It was a big deal that Jesus was baptized. Everyone knew it was a big deal. The man who baptized Him initially tried to prevent it. What was the meaning and significance of His baptism? Here are four insights. Matthew 3:13-17 13 Â Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan, to be baptized … Continue reading The Baptism of Jesus
Author: Derek Spain
John the Baptist
Wild and crazy. Extreme. Camel-hair clothes and a leather belt. A diet of insects and honey. These are some of the phrases that first come to mind when you think of the man known as John the Baptist. But what was he really like, what did he do, and what can we learn from him? … Continue reading John the Baptist
Nothing is Impossible With God
At times, life can seem overwhelming. On the positive side, you may feel overwhelmed because you are being asked to do a task that you are not sure if you are able to do. You are excited about the challenge and terrified at the same time. Others may believe in you, but you are not … Continue reading Nothing is Impossible With God
Prophets
In the Bible, prophets are important spokesmen for God. True prophets always spoke in line with the will of God and in line with the Word of God. Many times, they were the lone voice of truth. Deuteronomy 18:15-22 15 “The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among … Continue reading Prophets
A Righteous King
Kings are the earthly rulers over the people in their kingdoms. During the time of the kings in Israel's history, there were a few who led well, but many who did not. God gave them clear instructions on how to live their lives and lead their people. When they led in accordance to God's Word … Continue reading A Righteous King
What has God done for you?
What a great question to ask! And a great question to be asked. What has God done for you? If you are like me, you realize that He has done a lot. For you. A man from the region of the Gerasenes, a land on the eastern shore of the Sea of Galilee, was encountered … Continue reading What has God done for you?
The Pattern of Sin & Deliverance in the Time of the Judges
Two relevant quotes: "Those who don't know their history are doomed to repeat it." -- Edmund Burke "A wise person learns from his own mistakes. A wiser person learns from the mistakes of others." -- unknown During the time of the judges, the Israelites became caught in a cyclical pattern of nationwide sin and deliverance. … Continue reading The Pattern of Sin & Deliverance in the Time of the Judges
The Tabernacle
In their wandering in the wilderness, the children of Israel were not alone. God was with them. The tabernacle stood as the place where the people would come to meet with God. Truly God was all around them, and He could not be contained by tents or dwellings. He chose to meet with them at … Continue reading The Tabernacle
The Ten Commandments
A few years ago on a Friday night, when I was serving as the high school pastor at Hebron Church, I stopped by the home of one of the families in our church. A group of about ten high school boys were staying at that house all weekend for DiscipleNow. The parents of the home … Continue reading The Ten Commandments
Driving Tip #85
Driving Tip #85 -- Get a Peach Pass. If you are going to be driving on I-85 in Atlanta a lot, it is probably a good idea to get a Peach Pass. It will save you time and money. Have you ever sat in the gridlock of rush hour (7:30-10:00 AM, 3:00-7:00 PM) traffic in … Continue reading Driving Tip #85