We’ll be looking in depth at this important teaching from the book of Colossians. Jesus came to set us free from chains and bondage, and that includes the chains and bondage of religion.
Some say He was a good teacher. Some say that He was one of the prophets. Some say that He was no more than a just man. What others think is irrelevant. What do you think?
Fellowship. Biblically it is defined as association, community, communion, joint participation and intimacy. It is the lifeblood of our connection as believers and today’s teaching underscores its value- it’s priceless.
Each of us should aspire to be a blessing in the lives of others. Today we start a new series in the book of Colossians. Paul thanked God for the saints there. How many thank God for you? Full message here: https://gogfministries.org/media/
It’s the man running into a burning building to save someone. It’s the woman donating bone marrow to a sick child. It’s the good Samaritan in the book of Luke. It’s the person showing Bravery, Conviction, Courage, and
Determination. What is it? It’s a hero. We all appreciate them, and we can all learn from them.
Remember Moses? To a generation of enslaved Jews, it seemed like there was no hope. Then God sent a child who would lead them out of captivity. God took the worst of times and brought about a miraculous deliverance.
The desire for “paybacks” is a strong compulsion that must be conquered in the life of a follower of Christ. Before we consider giving someone what we think they deserve, we must remember what we deserve, and show others the grace and forgiveness that God has given to each of us.
Estimates are that the average adult makes about 35,000 decisions every day, ranging from minor choices like what to wear or eat to more significant ones, averaging about one decision every two seconds. This vast number includes everything from crossing the street to choosing how to spend one’s time. Some of our choices may seem to have little impact on our daily lives or our future, but in reality, one bad choice can be like a falling domino that effects not only our lives but the lives of others well into the future.
King Solomon, was one of the wisest persons who ever lived. He built the First Temple in Jerusalem. He amassed great wealth, a powerful military, and lived in a magnificent royal palace, reigning over a unified Israel at its peak. But in the Book of Ecclesiastes, he laments about the vanity and emptiness of life. We all have plans, desires and things we want to accomplish in our lives, and today’s teaching with Dr. Tony Hart reminds us that if our plans and goals don’t line up with God’s, they are destined to be cut down.
As Dr. Tony Hart continues his teaching in the Book of Daniel, we are confronted today with some startling and sometimes frightening imagery. As Christians we maintain hope during turbulent times because our faith is rooted in God’s Word, which transcends our circumstances. Central to us is the conviction that God is sovereign and loving, offering strength, guidance and comfort even in times of uncertainty. We draw our strength from scriptural promises of peace, redemption, and a purposeful future, believing that adversity can lead to growth and deeper trust in God.
We can all quote the line from the prayer that Jesus taught His disciples that says, “Lead us not into temptation.” Today’s teaching shows us that when we do our part in staying away from evil blessings will follow.
In the year 1624 author John Donne’s book “Devotions upon Emergent Occasions” reflected on sickness, pain, and the human condition. The book contains a very famous line: “No Man Is An Island.” It emphasized a connectivity that each of us needs in our lives. Unfortunately, not everyone is available, able or willing to be there when we need them. Thankfully we serve a God that is always there- especially when we need Him most.
