What did I learn about Jesus? Jesus passed on his authority to heal and teach to his followers. Jesus sent his followers to face persecution without fear. What did I learn about disciple-making? Jesus promised that the road would not be easy for disciple-makers; there would be persecution and hatred directed at his followers (verses […]
Meeting a Celebrity!
Our Thailand/Burma Vision Team continues their journey! In the last few days they have gone to visit the medical clinic in Latonku and met with Eilya, the co-founder of the Free Burma Rangers. They commented that it was, “like meeting a celebrity!”. All are well and they continue to seek the Holy Spirit’s guidance to […]
Matthew 9
What did I learn about Jesus? Jesus claims to be God (verses 1-8). He loves to do new things that unsettle us… and that old systems can’t hold. What did I learn about disciple-making? Disciples are called right in their places of work (verse 9). He commands us to be good shepherds to the crowds…harassed […]
Matthew 8
What did I learn about Jesus? Jesus has the power to heal—physical and spiritual (see esp. verse 16). Jesus has power over nature (verse 26). Jesus was a “going” God…he “goed” (went) and He bids us to go in faith and obedience. Where do I go today at His bidding? What did I learn about disciple-making? […]
The journey continues!
It’s impossible to get anywhere on time! Although we are a fairly low-maintenance team, everywhere we go in this country we run into someone who knows Laurie or one of the other Eubanks and we are halted for a short time. Typically it is a divinely timed connection and needed information, supplies, transformation, encouragement or […]
Matthew 7
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 […]