Jesus said it. “I AM the Bread of Life” – I AM the one who can provide nourishment for your soul and spirit and give you life with a purpose and meaning. It’s a daily requirement for life and growth, isn’t it? Too often I am willing to satisfy my physical hunger with snacks and treats…… Continue Reading
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Lesson 3 – Introduction – Jan. 18 – 25 "I AM The Bread of Life"
Don’t you love it when your pastor gives a real life illustration in his sermon and you can grasp the truth in a new and meaningful way? Chances are that you will remember both the story and the idea far longer than you would have without that word picture. Experts tell us that the…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 2
I AM HE – The One You’re Looking For . . . (John 4:26) When the storm clouds have gathered and there’s sadness in my soul, I go looking for the answers, for someone to make me whole. In the midst of accusations where misunderstanding is so great, I go searching for solutions and…… Continue Reading
Lesson 2 – Introduction – Jan. 11 – 18 "I AM HE – The Messiah" (Christ)
Was Jesus really “The Messiah”? For centuries not only the Jews, but apparently much of the Gentile world, anticipated the arrival of “The Messiah”, the one who would liberate the nation of Israel from the oppression and domination of other nations. He would bring peace and prosperity. He would establish His chosen people as a nation,…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 1
It must have been hard for the disciples to put it all together – that this man, Jesus, was really and truly God. “Before time itself was measured, the Voice was speaking. The Voice was and is God.” “His speech shaped the entire cosmos” and “all things that exist were birthed in Him”. How could…… Continue Reading
Lesson 1 – Intro – January 4 – 11 WHO IS JESUS?
Who is this man called Jesus? This very question has been asked in one way or another by people throughout history and in every language and location in the world. No one questions the veracity of the historical fact that He was an amazing performer of miracles, a teacher of great wisdom or that…… Continue Reading
What Happens After Christmas?
There are so many ways to “fix your eyes on Jesus” during the Christmas season. There are the carols, the Christmas concerts and wonderful music that direct our thoughts toward the arrival of the Messiah. There are cards, stories and books that help us to reflect on His miraculous birth. The candles, bells and…… Continue Reading
"Fix Your Eyes on Jesus"
A study based on the Gospel of John
"A Word to the Wise" . . .
Why stop now? You can go right on and learn about many more themes in the Book of Proverbs if you want to do so. You might like to read the introductions and use the study guides that have been provided for you these last 10 weeks, but really you can do it on…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 10
Did you ever sing this little song when you were a child? “Oh, be careful little hands what you do? Be careful little feet where you go? Be careful little mouth what you say? For the Father up above is looking down in love, so be careful little . . .” It has a…… Continue Reading