Since therefore the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the same things, that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, and deliver all those who through fear of death were subject to lifelong slavery. Hebrews 2:14-15 Death is a paralyzing … Continue reading Break free from the fear of death (Hebrews 2:14-15)
Author: Gentry Eddings II
Post-pandemic church ministry, and family-life
Many people have been asking me how ministry at church is going recently. They know it's a loaded question, because the past few years have been rough. So, typically, they take a big breath asking the question and then I take a big breath before trying to answer the question. Here's a quick highlight reel … Continue reading Post-pandemic church ministry, and family-life
Is faith in God blind?
Faith is another word for trust. We have faith when we get on an airplane that the plane and pilot are safe for travel. We place our faith in God when we trust that he is there and will be true to his promises. The author of Hebrews defines faith this way: Now faith is … Continue reading Is faith in God blind?
Choose Who You Will Worship (Joshua 24:15)
"And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."Joshua 24:15 … Continue reading Choose Who You Will Worship (Joshua 24:15)
God Wants To Be With You (Romans 5:9-11)
Being in a loving relationship with someone means that you enjoy being in their presence. You enjoy spending time with them. You go on trips. You go out to eat. You share time together. The best relationships are built upon quality time. Do you see your relationship with God like this? Do you believe that … Continue reading God Wants To Be With You (Romans 5:9-11)
Lift Your Eyes (Isaiah 40:26)
Have you ever felt like your life is a rat race? You wake up in the morning and jump on the treadmill of to-do lists. Your weary soul struggles to keep up with your rapid pace. You're so locked in on the endless tasks that you've lost sight of the bigger picture of why it … Continue reading Lift Your Eyes (Isaiah 40:26)
Know God Is Faithful (Deuteronomy 7:9)
Know that the Lord your God is God, the faithful God who keeps his gracious covenant loyalty for a thousand generations with those who love him and keep his commands.Deuteronomy 7:9 CSB What does it mean that God is faithful? It means that he is a man of his word. It means that when he … Continue reading Know God Is Faithful (Deuteronomy 7:9)
Sit at the Lord’s Feet (Luke 10:39)
“She [Martha] had a sister named Mary, who also sat at the Lord’s feet and was listening to what he said.” Luke 10:39 I like to-do lists. I like to make them and then knock them out one by one. But, sometimes I think my to-do list is the point. I jump over people just … Continue reading Sit at the Lord’s Feet (Luke 10:39)
Remember God Hears and Knows (Exodus 2:23-25)
The Israelites groaned because of their difficult labor; and they cried out; and their cry for help because of the difficult labor ascended to God. And God heard their groaning; and God remembered his covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and with Jacob; and God saw the Israelites; and God knew. Exodus 2:23-25 Have you ever been … Continue reading Remember God Hears and Knows (Exodus 2:23-25)
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