When deal with suffering, sickness, and sin, what is the right response for a believer? Prayers of intercession are the best intervention for those who are suffering.

Part 7 of Misperceptions of Jesus – Church history is full of “prophets” who thought they could discern the “signs of the times” and predict the coming of Christ.  But when that phrase occurs in the New Testament it refers … Continue reading →

Part 6 of Misperceptions of Jesus – The spirit of Chritmas appears shattered by Jesus’ almost heartless response to a needy woman who approaches him with a dire need.  How can we reconcile this harsh response of our Lord with … Continue reading →

Part 5 of Misperceptions of Jesus: The Breaker of Tradition – “Hand-washing” may seem like a trivial matter to us, but in Jesus’ day it was a sign of one’s patriotic and religious loyalties.  In response to the charge laid … Continue reading →

Part 4 of Misperceptions of Jesus:  Jesus, the Prophet without Honor – In a small town, where everybody knew everybody else, they thought they knew all about the first-born son of Joseph the carpenter.  So when Jesus came to town … Continue reading →

Part 3 of Misperceptions of Jesus: Jesus, the Sign of Jonah – Who was this man, and what did he mean for Israel?  This was the question on the minds of the Jewish leaders as they faced Jesus.  But he … Continue reading →

Part 2 of Misperceptions of Jesus: Studies in Matthew 12-15 – Big Idea: The kingdom of God has come in Christ to defeat evil. The kingdom of God has come in Christ (vv. 22-29) The two Kingdoms: Kingdom of God … Continue reading →

Part 1 of Misperceptions of Jesus – Jesus was (and is) a controversial figure, a polarizing figure who makes people take sides.  That controversy surrounding him will be the subject of our series of studies from Matthew 12-16.  Today we … Continue reading →

Part 14 of Paul’s Letter to the Philippians: An Epistle of Joy – In his “thank you” to the Philippians, Paul writes affectionately, appreciating their generosity, while affirming his own contentment.  We can learn from the Apostle here in considering … Continue reading →

Part 13 of Paul’s Letter to the Philippians: An Epistle of Joy – In a world full of stress, anxiety, and conflict, we need to hear the words of the Apostle Paul as he points us to a peace that … Continue reading →