Matthew 14:34–36 (ESV) Friday night, Terri and I attended the Ben Fuller concert in Denton. In listening to him share his story, it’s clear that encountering Jesus is a transformative moment. It’s one thing we knew, but it’s good to be reminded now and again. As we continue our study of Matthew’s Gospel, we seeContinue reading “Bible Study Sunday”
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The Essentials (Week 4) | Grace Is Hard to Receive
Our generation understands how to earn things. Our parents taught us the value of working hard and doing right is the best means for getting the desired outcome. It makes sense to us. Grace is more difficult to grasp. Grace means not getting what we deserve. It isn’t earned. We don’t deserve it.Yet, it’s stillContinue reading “The Essentials (Week 4) | Grace Is Hard to Receive”
Bible Study Sunday | When the Wind Is Against You
Matthew 14:22–33 (ESV) My therapist asked me recently, “How are you?”I shrugged. “Been mired in the blues.” The words were not dramatic or catastrophic. They felt heavy, like rowing against a wind that won’t let up. That’s where today’s passage meets me. Jesus sends the disciples ahead ushering them into the boat. This is a detailContinue reading “Bible Study Sunday | When the Wind Is Against You”
