The Passion Translation New Testament: With Psalms, Proverbs, and Song of Songs by Brian Simmons “But you—who do you say that I am?” Jesus asked. 13 When Jesus came into the parts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples this question, “Who are people saying about me the son of man, the Son of Man? … [Read more…]
As you seek God with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength, you will see all of His love and power at your disposal. Following the “whisper” write a prayer of surrender to God’s ultimate will and ways—that you would be fully surrendered to Him during this season of your life. Brian Simmons and … [Read more…]
November 1, 2017 | By: Sam Storms I was recently asked by a member at Bridgeway if I believe in what is called “replacement” theology. Although this is a massively complex subject, I tried to provide a brief answer. Here it is. All biblical interpreters recognize that there is development between the Old Testament and … [Read more…]
Theologians who hold to the doctrine of dispensationalism can’t see the kingdom of God today. They are waiting for their imminent rapture when they believe Jesus begins ruling the kingdom. Consider the following inspired word of God in contrast to what is being taught as doctrine by the rapture teachers. The Kingdom of God is … [Read more…]
Note from editor. The feast of Passover was a sign celebrating God’s deliverance of His people Israel from slavery to Egypt. Jesus turned that feast into the Lord’s Supper into His prophetic sign of the new covenant, through which God our Father delivered us from the tyranny of darkness. I excerpted the following from Matthew … [Read more…]
How to walk worthy of the Lord My previous article, Living in the Kingdom of God’s Son, focused on what Paul wrote to the Colossians in chapter 2 of his letter. Here, we will contemplate Colossians 3 and 4 using only headers for focus. Colossians 3 Seek the things that are above 1 If then … [Read more…]
This morning, I was contemplating the blessing of God saving us through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Spirit (Titus 3:3-8). The thought came to me what Jesus said of John the Baptist. Most certainly I tell you, among those who are born of women there has not arisen anyone greater than Yochanan … [Read more…]
In order to make us “us fit to be partakers of the inheritance of the holy ones in light” (Col 1:12), God our Father has saved us by His grace , given us faith, forgiven our sins (Col 1:14) and created in Christ Jesus to do good works (Eph 2:1-10). To help us understand and … [Read more…]
By Howard Snyder – July 21, 2017 Note from Howard. Actually Seedbed lifted this from The Radical Wesley and posted it in my name (with my permission). You will note that this is actually a piece about the nature and dynamics of renewal movements, not precisely the “marks of a healthy church.” If I had … [Read more…]
Paul wrote a letter to Timothy and to us, full of edifying, exhorting and comforting words. Both Paul and Timothy were in constant danger of being put to death by the Romans for proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom. They needed and we need a spirit of power, love, and self-control. 3 I thank God, whom … [Read more…]