Knowing More About the Lost
Most the lost do not know they are lost, and many do not care.
Tag: Joe McKeever
What Does God Enjoy?
Does the Lord ever summon an angel in and say, “Look at that waterfall! And take a gander at those butterflies. Didn’t we do good?”
Are You Living Out These Truths?
We have so far to go to become Christlike, spiritual, scriptural, and mature.
Why Were People Amazed by Jesus’ Teaching? And, Why Aren’t We?
We sometimes envy those who have come late to the Kingdom and are reading God’s word for the first time. They are enchanted by its stories, excited by its champions, enthralled by its riches, thrilled by its insights, and elated by its promises. Amazed by Jesus' Teaching reminds us that new insight can come with fresh eyes.
Who Is Listening to You?
Perhaps more important than “preach that same sermon” is this: Preach that same book of the Bible. Preach that same series. This question—Who Is Listening to You?—is essential.
When God Uses Ordinary People
Have you ever looked at a young person with extraordinary talents and gifts–looks, presence, brains, personality, and eloquence–and thought, “God uses ordinary people”?
When Is It Okay to Fear?
There are positive fears, things reasonably-minded people should take into careful consideration, and it may be okay to fear in the right contexts.
Results May Vary: The Fine Print of the Gospel
For the rest of your life, thank him for accepting someone like you–someone who deserved hell (yes, you do!), someone who brings nothing to qualify for heaven–into his eternal family. fine print of the gospel reminds us that assurance comes with understanding.
What Does Shame and Lukewarm Have to Do With Being Lukewarm?
Work around us, Lord, we seem to say. Not in us and through us. Shame and lukewarm, self-defense mechanisms are all working overtime. If we would be or do anything for the Master, we must face and overcome this gremlin.
How Satan Prevents Prayers of God’s People
As odd as it seems, the dark prince does not hesitate to speak the truth if it will make us think we shouldn’t pray. Satan prevents prayers from becoming the default practice.