Posts with the tag “surrender”

One Touch at a TimeAt sunset, the whole city brought their sick to Jesus. The crowd outside Peter’s house was immense. Jesus could have healed everyone with one word. Instead, He laid His hands on eve...  Read More

 The Messiah in a Messy HouseAfter the synagogue, Jesus went to Simon Peter’s house. This was no palace. It was a simple fisherman’s home with stone walls and a dirt floor. Jesus walked in without war...  Read More

Not My Will, But ThineJesus knelt in the garden of Gethsemane. The weight of the cross pressed upon Him. He sweat great drops of blood. He prayed a raw and honest prayer. “Father, if thou be willing, ...  Read More

 Correct Theology, No SurrenderThe demon in the man knew exactly who Jesus was. He cried out, “Thou art the Holy One of God.” The demon had correct theology. He knew Jesus existed. He knew Jesus was t...  Read More

The Doctor and His HometownThe people of Nazareth demanded proof from Jesus. They had heard of His miracles in Capernaum and now wanted a show for themselves. They challenged Him with a common proverb...  Read More

The Personal Question of ConvictionTrue conviction moves us from general observation to personal application. It shifts our focus from what others are doing to what God is asking of us. This is the mo...  Read More