Category Archives: faithfulness

the Holy Spirit at the Jerusalem temple

Posted on September 3, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Luke 2:22-52.  These stories highlight how the Holy Spirit was manifesting himself at the temple in Jerusalem.  He was not in the greatness of the buildings nor the glory of the worship.  It was the humble faithfulness of an old … Continue reading →

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living devotees

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

1 Peter 3:13-4:19.  Peter encourages believers to face the times they are in with complete devotion to Christ. God may allow them to face challenges to their faith.  As living devotees, them must honor Christ the Lord as holy, and … Continue reading →

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disciples: preaching and hardened hearts

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Mark 6.  One of the facts of discipleship that we must be aware of is that our ministry will not always be accepted and appreciated.  Many hearts are hardened to God’s truth.        Even Jesus’ hometown of Nazareth … Continue reading →

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only Jesus: mediator of God’s new covenant

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Hebrews 12:3-29.  The author of Hebrews had encouraged his readers to look to Jesus,  the only one who has finished the race and is now in resurrection glory.  He now reveals what our race is going to entail.   Living … Continue reading →

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only Jesus: rewarder of God’s faithful

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

  Hebrews 10:19-39.  Jesus is Lord of our future.  What he has done for us only makes sense in the light of what he will do.     As we see the day of his coming drawing near, it only … Continue reading →

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only Jesus: builder of God’s house

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Hebrews 3:1-6.  The author of Hebrews urges his Jewish brothers not to cling to the traditions associated with Moses and slip away from their confidence in Christ.  Just as some were tempted to get sidetracked on worshipping angels (chapters 1-2), … Continue reading →

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the lonely night of heaven’s king

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Matthew 26:30-75.  Jesus and his disciples had barely any time to reflect on the significance of the Lord’s Supper.  they went to the Mount of Olives, and Jesus predicted again his betrayal, and the fact that his disciples would deny … Continue reading →

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three questions for heaven’s king

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Matthew 24.  In verse 3, the disciples asked Jesus three questions about the future.  Each section of the eschatological discourse answers one of those questions. Matthew 24:3 As he sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him … Continue reading →

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death, taxes, and heaven’s king

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Matthew 17.  A few disciples got a preview of Christ in his coming glory on the mount of transfiguration.  They heard the voice of the Father himself say “this is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.  Listen … Continue reading →

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the scriptures and heaven’s king

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Matthew 5:17-48.  Jesus taught his disciples to have a different attitude toward the Law and the Prophets (that is, the Old Testament scriptures)  (17).  He particularly warned them not to follow the path established by the scribes and Pharisees (20).  … Continue reading →

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