It seemed fitting for me as well, having investigated everything carefully from the beginning, to write it out for you in consecutive order [the Gospel of Luke], most excellent Theophilus. Luke 1:3 NASB Matthew, Mark, Luke, Q, and John – what?! Many scholars agree that there are five gospels – Matthew, Mark, Luke, Q, and John. I don’t agree, which will cause […]
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With the heart, one believes and is justified, and with the mouth, one confesses and is saved. Romans 10:10 ESV Your words influence your life and the lives of others. Let’s consider your words about yourself. I cringe when I hear someone say, “I can’t do this,” or “I’m a slow learner,” or “I don’t
The Queen’s Gambit is a seven-episode mini-series by Netflix. Interruptions usually discusses prayer, the book of Revelation, cultural issues, victory in living, and way too much about cats. Interruptions has never endorsed a cable mini-series. I won’t now but will admit that I watched one that I find binge-worthy. I really liked The Queen’s Gambit!
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Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit. And there are varieties of ministries and the same Lord. There are varieties of effects, but the same God who works all things in all persons. 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 What is the difference between self-promotion and God-promotion? If you are a leader, a business owner, a missionary, or work at
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Someone says, “The Spirit just told me.” How do you sense, “Is this the Spirit?” I knew nothing of art until I married my wife. Then I learned primary colors, perspective, and the rule of thirds. I learned that Picasso was a genius and that the crayon drawings of my children were not, even though
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White, red, black, and ashen – the colors of the four horses of destruction in Revelation 6. This scene is also known as the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. Chapter six of the book of Revelation is an overview of the Tribulation which will happen for seven years before the Millennium. In the book of
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Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3 ESV If I told you that my goal this summer is to become a humbler person, you would laugh… and you should laugh. The mere act of stating your humility is an act of pride. I was introduced once by
Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching. 2 Timothy 4:2 What is the length of a good sermon? This is a theological conundrum (big word for “lots of arguments”) that has been debated for centuries. It is also the number one topic discussed in
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No matter what, make room in your heart to love every believer. And show hospitality to strangers, for they may be angels from God showing up as your guests. Hebrews 13:1-2 TPT Hospitality has been outlawed for the past year. How will ministry to strangers, sitting next to a guest in church, and inviting someone to
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For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood. Ephesians 6:12 ESV Our hand-to-hand combat is not with human beings. Ephesians 6:12 ESV Experts in spiritual Mixed Martial Arts – demons – attack us daily. Ephesians 6:12 OGV It is hard to stay alert constantly. Yet Ephesians 6:12 teaches that demonic forces with great expertise and