Every good speech has to have a great opening. Jesus used the Beatitudes to open the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5. Behold, Matthew 5:3-12 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they … Read more
I’m using NASB here, but I learned the King James Version growing up. “Thy kingdom come“! Matthew 6:9-13 Luke 11:2-4 Our Father who is in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Father, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done, On earth as it is in heaven. Your kingdom come. Give us this … Read more
Hebrew: סֶלָה (selah)“Selah” is a Hebrew term appearing 71 times in Psalms and 3 times in Habakkuk. Its exact meaning isn’t certain, but it’s generally understood as a musical or liturgical instruction, possibly indicating a pause, interlude, or moment for reflection. When you see “selah”, it isn’t part of the sentence or prayer. It’s a … Read more
The Apostle’s Creed is one of the oldest and most widely accepted summaries of the Christian faith. Although it was not written by the apostles themselves, it reflects the core teachings of Scripture and has been affirmed by Christians for centuries. I believe in God, the Father Almighty,Creator of heaven and earth. I believe in … Read more
Paul’s letters cover different problems, different people, and different churches, but every letter ends with the same sentiment. GRACE Without grace, there is no salvation. Grace is the Gospel in a single word. Letter Benediction Romans “The grace of our Lord Jesus be with you.” (16:20) 1 Corinthians “The grace of the Lord Jesus be … Read more
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Wells show up all over Scripture…and it’s never just about getting water. Wells are where people meet, where things change, where realizations happen… and sometimes where the story takes a turn. Rebekah at the Well (Genesis 24) Moses at the Well (Exodus 2) Beer-sheba – Wells of Abraham & Isaac (Genesis 21, 26) Hagar’s Well … Read more