Category Archives: works

with no one’s regret

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

2 Chronicles 21.  One of the saddest statements about anyone found in the scriptures is the epitaph for Jehoram. His short reign in Jerusalem resulted in the Lord judging him by inciting rebellion among his subjects, war with his enemies, … Continue reading →

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outsourcing

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

2 Chronicles 2.  Solomon continued the policy of his father by enlisting the help of Hiram, king of Tyre. David had purchased raw material for the temple, and Solomon procured more of the same, and also skilled craftsmen. It is … Continue reading →

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bearing fruit before the flood

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Luke 6:17-49.  The key to understanding Jesus’ sermon on the level place is the flood imagery of verse 48. Jesus uses the flood imagery because of how God had used a flood to destroy the earth during the days of … Continue reading →

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what the new year offers

Posted on January 1, 2011 by Jefferson Vann

Eccl. 3:1-8.  The new year offers a chance to commit myself to doing some of the things I wanted to, but never got around to last year. I have 365 days to turn my life around — lose that weight, … Continue reading →

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he knows your works

Posted on December 14, 2010 by Jefferson Vann

Rev. 3.  Oh, Church of Jesus Christ. The One who saved you by his grace is very interested in the quality of your works (1,8,15). He has not found them complete (2). He sees you doing those things that enhance … Continue reading →

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