By ashepherd on 2010/02/08
A friend of mine who worked on a busy factory floor developed a habit of resting his head on his workbench for a five minute nap to refresh himself during breaks. Pick one of these little tidbits to ponder, find a time and place to sit quietly for 5 minutes, perhaps closing your eyes, and refresh your soul.
Posted in Walking as Jesus walked | Tagged Meditations
By ashepherd on 2010/01/11
Do you find yourself discouraged by the retreat of of western civilization from its Christian heritage and the deceptive actions of many leaders? Words from Psalm 11 provide insight and encouragement for just such circumstances.
Posted in Bible Studies and Doctrines, Walking as Jesus walked | Tagged Bible Study, Culture, Psalms
By ashepherd on 2009/11/08
Judas’ betrayal of Jesus set in motion a unique series of events unlike any other the universe has or will ever experience. Yet they were kicked off in the early hours of the night. Why would such significant events of history be kicked off in the deep darkness of night?
Posted in Bible Studies and Doctrines, Walking as Jesus walked | Tagged Meditations
By ashepherd on 2009/10/20
It helps to see what concerned Paul, the great man of God, in prayer so we can better pray in line with God’s will and concerns.
Posted in Walking as Jesus walked | Tagged Prayer
By ashepherd on 2009/10/08
Most of us fear difficult circumstances because we associate them with feelings of inadequacy and potential for failure. How is it that God wants us to see them as occasions for joy?
Posted in Walking as Jesus walked | Tagged Discipleship, James
By ashepherd on 2009/07/01
This video skit brings to life the fact that discipleship involves transformation of our character.
Posted in Walking as Jesus walked | Tagged Discipleship, Video
By ashepherd on 2009/07/01
It’s frequently said that communion reminds Christians to think back to death of Christ and forward to His future return. Does that leave us just marking time between these events? Come with me as we explore an idea that may add another dimension, not only to communion, but also to life.
Posted in Walking as Jesus walked | Tagged Communion, Meditations
By ashepherd on 2009/02/08
Some people think they’ll be able to handle the hereafter just fine. But if you have to give an account of yourself, which book your name is in will matter.
Posted in Walking as Jesus walked | Tagged Discipleship, Reasons To Believe
By ashepherd on 2009/01/26
Who handed Jesus over to be crucified? The answer gives us further insight into what the rite of communion is about.
Posted in Walking as Jesus walked | Tagged Communion, Meditations
By ashepherd on 2009/01/11
What does the bold confidence the Apostle John encouraged us to have in prayer look like?
Posted in Walking as Jesus walked | Tagged 1John, Discipleship, Prayer
