When you’re not sure how to put together what you know about a body, you draw pictures. Stick figures work wonderfully. First, the head. The head is Christ. . . . and gave him as head over all things to the church, which is his body . . . 1:22 . . . we are … More body language
Now that we’ve figured out what treasure is . . . Well, not really. But my thoughts lead me to Matthew 6. Jesus says three things about this treasure stuff. And it really makes me wonder if I should have it or not. Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and … More treasure: should I have it?
The sun of righteousness. This must be Jesus. Jesus is righteous. Jesus brings healing. Jesus is a son. Is Jesus a sun? How can a sun be righteous? For from the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my … More the sun of righteousness
. . . so that through the church the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known to the rulers [arche] and authorities [exousia] in the heavenly places [epouranios]. Ephesians 3:10 Read it slowly. “The rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.” No earthly governmental leaders here. These are spiritual powers. And while “heavenly places” sounds … More dear rulers & authorities
Now that I have your attention, let me explain. I am not questioning whether or not preaching should exist. Nor am I questioning whether or not I should preach, though it was once suggested to me by a Southern Baptist pastor and professor {he was joking, but I say it counts}. Having pondered the picture of preaching … More to preach or not to preach
Journey of the Word 