What did I learn about Jesus? Jesus spoke with authority—the authority to teach and to judge. Jesus does not want fans… fawning admirers… He wants followers. What did I learn about disciple-making? Again, whether or not someone is a disciple can be seen by their fruit. Extended thoughts and observations: This is an embarrassment […]
First Full Day in Thailand
And now, here I am, seeing the long and storied work of Joan and Allen Eubank. Yesterday, our first full day in Thailand, we hit the ground running. We visited McKean Hospital, a place started to meet the significant needs of the leper community in the early 20th century. We ate lunch with one of […]
Matthew 6
What did I learn about Jesus? Jesus had a lot to say about praying, fasting, money, and anxiety. What did I learn about disciple-making? Disciple-making requires a loyalty to serve God rather than money. Jesus expects us to give, pray, and fast. Extended thoughts and observations: Jesus expects us to give, pray, fast… that’s […]
Matthew 5
What did I learn about Jesus? Jesus taught about sin and the law as deep issues of the heart. Jesus says unexpected things, like “Blessed are those who mourn.” What did I learn about disciple-making? Disciples sit at Jesus’ feet and learn from him. Jesus intends his disciples to follow him in a public way. […]
Matthew 4
What did I learn about Jesus? Before Jesus began his ministry he defeated Satan using God’s Word. Jesus’ first message was, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” What did I learn about disciple-making? To follow Jesus we need to learn the Word. Disciples immediately respond to the call of Jesus to […]
Someday, I really ought to get to that…
I don’t know how many times over my ministry I’ve heard people say, “Someday, I really ought to start reading the Bible.” They know that a disciple cannot grow without understanding God’s word. They know that time spent every day in the scripture and in prayer has been proven, scientifically, to produce all kinds of physical, emotional […]
Matthew 3
What did I learn about Jesus? God called Jesus his “beloved Son” when he was baptized by John the Baptist. Jesus has “fulfilled all righteousness.” What did I learn about disciple-making? Repentance was the first step to being baptized. God is looking for his followers to produce “good fruit.” Extended thoughts and observations: Today […]
Matthew 2 – God bless you all. I’m proud to be your pastor.
What did I learn about Jesus? People from other nations knew Jesus as “the king of the Jews.” Jesus was born in Bethlehem, which fulfilled one of the Old Testament prophesies, but then because his parents fled quickly to Egypt and then settled in Nazareth, Jesus also fulfills the prophesies about the Messiah, God’s Son, […]
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Thailand GO Team Heads Out
We are so excited to come alongside the many ministries supported by our missions partner, The Pan Rak Foundation in Thailand! We will be visiting with the Eubanks and our many friends with the Free Burma Rangers. We will be exploring further partnership with medical clinics along the Thai/Burma border as well as going inside […]
Matthew 1
What did I learn about Jesus? Jesus’ lineage included both well-to-do folks and others famous for their sin. Our God is known for his love for his love and participation an amazing diversity of lives. What did I learn about disciple-making? God used all different kinds of people to bring about Jesus’ ministry on earth. […]