Last night I was reading in Matthew 21 about the fig tree. Leading up to these scriptures, Jesus and his disciples had just entered Jerusalem - the triumphant entry where the people were laying down the branches and cloaks. Praising Hosanna! Then he goes to the temple, clears out the people who made His house... Continue Reading →
Fruit or Roots
There is a lot said in the Bible about fruit, over 197 references, and 21 references to roots in the bible according to a search on Bible Gateway A few I found interesting were Psalms: 1:1-3 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way... Continue Reading →
The Same Power
We have started singing a song at church, I think it is by Hillsong, but can't swear to it - but there is a line of it that spoke to me about something that I believe God has been trying to show His church. The line says "The same power that conquered the grave lives... Continue Reading →
Faith vs Courage
Faith is defined as confidence or trust in a person or thing. Having courage is to act in accordance with one's beliefs, esp. in spite of criticism. Why is it that I can have faith but not the courage to act in accordance with what I believe? Today I was talking with this person and... Continue Reading →