Summary Mark 10:32–52 reveals three Kingdom principles: suffering leads to glory, service leads to greatness, and sight leads to following Jesus. Jesus pressed forward through suffering with joy in view, taught that true greatness is found in serving others, and healed blind Bartimaeus, whose restored sight led him to follow Christ immediately. True discipleship embraces cost, humility, and spiritual vision. Suffering Leads to Glory Mark 10:32-52 teaches basic Kingdom princip

Summary God established His kingdom by defeating Satan and the power of death. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, victory is assured, though final judgment awaits. Until then, God’s kingdom exists alongside evil, as shown in the parable of the tares. Entry into the kingdom comes through repentance and faith in Christ, producing obedient, transformed lives under God’s reign. God’s Purpose and the Enemies of His Reign History is about overcoming the opposition to God’s rule

Summary This article explores the healing power of the Holy Spirit given to believers in Christ. God heals relationships, memories, emotional distress, physical and spiritual sickness, and destructive habits. Through biblical examples and divine visions, God shows His desire to restore individuals and churches. As believers praise God and live transformed lives, they become powerful witnesses, walking advertisements, drawing others to faith and healing in Christ. Experiencing

Summary This article challenges believers to live in a way that visibly reflects Christ. Putting on the Lord Jesus Christ means yielding to Him and growing in compassion, humility, patience, forgiveness, and love. Christ’s peace and God’s Word must rule both heart and church. When believers act in Jesus’ name with gratitude and integrity, they protect His reputation and powerfully witness to the world. Would Your Life Reveal You Follow Christ? Would a stranger watching you fo

Summary This article contrasts superficial interest in Jesus with genuine discipleship. Crowds sought healing but ignored repentance and obedience, revealing a “fan” mentality. True followers grow by spending time with Jesus and obeying God’s will. Rejecting the Spirit hardens the heart, while obedience demonstrates belonging to God’s family. Jesus transforms ordinary, sinful lives into powerful instruments for His kingdom when they move beyond admiration to committed faith.

Summary This article highlights how Jesus revealed visible, active faith through forgiveness, healing, and grace. He forgave a paralyzed man, welcomed sinners, and challenged rigid religious rules. Jesus taught that new life cannot be contained by old traditions and that God’s commands are meant to restore, not restrict. True faith acts boldly, values people over rules, and reflects God’s mercy in everyday life. Visible Faith That Breaks Through Barriers The crowds in Caperna

Summary This article introduces the Gospel of Mark as Peter’s eyewitness account written to persecuted believers. Mark presents Jesus as the Servant Messiah whose identity is confirmed by John the Baptist, the Father, and even Satan. Jesus humbly identifies with sinners through baptism, receives the Father’s affirmation, and defeats temptation by relying on God’s Word. His life calls believers to repentance, humility, and faithful obedience. The Purpose of the Gospel of Mark

Summary This article highlights the transforming power of encountering Christ through biblical and modern examples. Like Paul and Sundar Singh, true conversion changes attitudes toward sin, reshapes character, and produces a desire to serve Christ. Encouragement from believers confirms faith and nurtures growth. Genuine Christianity moves beyond private belief into public service, making believers useful to God and others as living testimonies of Christ’s ongoing work. Life C

Summary Jesus’ ministry began at God’s appointed time, announcing the arrival of His kingdom through Christ. The proper response remains repentance and belief, turning from sin, and trusting Jesus alone for salvation. True assurance rests in His finished work, not performance. Following Jesus requires reordered priorities and participation in His mission. Though crowds responded superficially, Jesus pressed forward to reach the world. The Right Time for Jesus’ Ministry Jesus’

Summary Jesus’ compassion consistently leads to action, teaching the lost, feeding the hungry, strengthening the weary, and healing the sick. He cares for those without guidance, those overwhelmed by service, and those struggling against life’s storms. Even when rest is interrupted, His mercy remains constant. Jesus uses surrendered resources, allows growth trials, and proves that His caring presence transforms lives. Jesus' Compassion in Action Jesus’ compassion in action r

Summary God used manna to sustain Israel physically while teaching them to depend on His word. Though it preserved life temporarily, it could not give eternal life. Jesus revealed Himself as the true Bread from Heaven, fully satisfying and eternally life-giving. Feeding on Him means believing by faith. Just as Israel grumbled over manna, many rejected Christ. Believers are urged not to repeat that mistake. A Physical Illness That Points to a Deeper Need We were in a small ten

Summary Scripture presents stones as symbols of God’s work and human response. Jesus is God’s living stone, rejected by many yet exalted as the cornerstone of salvation. All must decide whether to build their lives on Him or stumble in unbelief. Through faith, God replaces hearts of stone with living hearts and forms believers into His new, living temple Useful Stones and Useless Stones Some stones are useful. Others are not. My house is constructed of useful mountain stone.

Summary Jesus’ authority extends over worship, leadership, government, Scripture, and the human heart. He confronted religious leaders, removed worship barriers, exposed hypocrisy, and clarified loyalty to both God and government. Jesus interpreted Scripture with divine insight and summarized God’s law as wholehearted love for God expressed through sacrificial love for others. His authority demands personal reflection, obedience, and genuine devotion. When the Authority of Je

Summary Believers often obey Christ selectively, forgetting that He is the exalted and glorious Judge. John’s vision on Patmos reveals Jesus’ supreme authority, holiness, and compassion as High Priest and King. Christ walks among His churches, empowers them to shine, and sees every motive. He holds authority over death and judgment, calling His followers to repentance, surrender, and Spirit-filled obedience Who Truly Sits in the Driver’s Seat? We often replace Christ in the d

Summary Feelings of inadequacy are overcome by trusting the LORD’s complete sufficiency. As our Shepherd, He provides rest, renewal, guidance, protection, and abundance. Following Him requires daily choice, not self-rule. Even in dark valleys, God shapes Christlike character and offers comfort and defense. He sustains us in the presence of enemies and promises eternal life in His house for all who depend on Him. The Lord Is My Shepherd Most of us battle feelings of inadequacy

Summary True security is not found in people, possessions, or self-reliance but in seeking the Lord wholeheartedly. Psalm 4 shows David turning to God first, trusting His proven faithfulness, and rejecting shallow religion. Obedient prayer opens the flow of God’s mercy. When God alone becomes our refuge, fear fades, joy rises, and peaceful rest follows, even in adversity. God is the soul’s ultimate security. Finding True Security My daughter’s security blanket was shaped lik

Summary Worry distorts reality just as fog obscures vision. In Psalm 3, David shifted his focus from overwhelming threats to the faithful God who protects, honors, and sustains. When he looked upward, fear lost its power and confidence returned. Trusting the Lord freed David from anxiety and assured him of victory. The same upward focus brings believers security, courage, and freedom in Christ today. How Small Worries Create Big Fear The Bureau of Standards in Washington, D.C

Summary God promises refuge to His faithful, but protection under His wings does not guarantee a pain-free life. Believers still face suffering, which God uses to shape Christlike character, deepen dependence, and expand ministry impact. Scripture shows that God wisely blends protection and pain, preventing adversity from derailing His purposes. Under His wings, nothing can stop believers from becoming who God intends or doing the good works He has planned. Wise Protection in

Summary Psalm 2 exposes the foolishness of rebelling against God’s rule. Though humanity resists restraint, God laughs at rebellion and establishes His anointed King. The Son rules all nations and invites rebels to turn, submit, and find blessing. There is no refuge from God’s authority, only refuge in Him. Those who trust and honor the Son are protected, while persistent rebellion leads to judgment and loss. A Childhood Escape That Points to a Deeper Truth When I was around

Summary God has not resigned from ruling the world. He sovereignly directs history, dispenses mercy, and judges justly. Though His choices may appear unfair by human standards, Scripture reveals our perspective is flawed. God’s justice is perfect, His mercy undeserved, and His grace life-giving. Through Christ, God rescues and adopts believers as His children, displaying the riches of His glory and the wisdom of His sovereign rule. Does God Still Rule the World? A church misp