Category Archives: commitment

if my people…

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

2 Chronicles 7.  Before we jump to claim 2 Chronicles 7:14 as our life verse– we should look again at the context of the verse.  Solomon has just prayed to dedicate the temple.  The LORD appeared to him at night, … Continue reading →

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prior commitments

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Luke 14.  Jesus encounters a group of people who are interested in him, but whose prior commitments to traditions keep them from entering his kingdom.  He responds to this problem by giving advice and telling  stories. The advice about a … Continue reading →

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preparing for the future

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Luke 12:13-48.  The rich fool thought he was getting ready for the future, but he was merely laying up treasure for someone else to enjoy (13-21). The nations of the world think they are preparing for the future by worrying … Continue reading →

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leaving the city

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Genesis 19.  Lot’s wife looked behind her at the cities God was destroying and she became a pillar of salt.  She was not the only one reluctant to leave her past life. Lot himself begged that God spare Zoar, and … Continue reading →

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