Category Archives: witness

good reception, bad reception

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Luke 9:51-10:24. The great evangelistic campaign of the seventy-two was a victory for the kingdom of God. Because these believers were spreading the gospel, even the demons could not stand in their way. Luke puts this story in its proper … Continue reading →

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empowerment or destruction?

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Luke 3:1-22.  John the Baptist had the incredible responsibility to lead his nation to repentance in  preparation for the Messiah and his mission.  Isaiah encouraged the same nation to prepare themselves for the deliverance God wanted to give them (Isaiah … Continue reading →

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the line to see Jesus

Posted on January 4, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Luke 2.  Becky Kelley’s video “Where’s the line to see Jesus?” has her in a mall at Christmas time, and people are in line to see Santa.  A little boy appears and asks her “Where’s the line to see Jesus?”  … Continue reading →

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certainty

Posted on January 1, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Luke 1.  Luke wrote his Gospel account so that Theophilus could be sure that the things he had been taught about Jesus Christ are true and accurate. To Luke, it does matter what one believes. If you base your entire … Continue reading →

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