Matthew 4:12-25 (ESV)
4:12 Now when he heard that John had been arrested, he withdrew into Galilee. 13 And leaving Nazareth he went and lived in Capernaum by the sea, in the territory of Zebulun and Naphtali, 14 so that what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah might be fulfilled:
15 “The land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali,
the way [...]
My folks have been in town since Friday night so my blog posting has been sparse. We have really enjoyed our time with them running around town, visiting plantations, eating at lots of our favorite spots, and just enjoying each other’s company. I’ll try to post a few pics in the coming days. Needless to [...]
I’ve always found it comforting to know that Jesus understands our temptations having been tempted himself. In fact, Jesus relates to us because he came down to be one of us. I am constantly trying to wrap my mind around that truth.
Matthew 4:1-11 (ESV)
4:1 Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness [...]
I am going to get back on schedule with the “Monday” Muse eventually. I’ve been a little bogged down in other things recently so it’s been hard to stay on top of things here. Nevertheless, I do have a question that crossed my mind last night.
What are some consistent struggles you face as a Christian?
Now…I’m [...]
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Matthew 3:13-17 (ESV)
13 Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to John, to be baptized by him. 14 John would have prevented him, saying, “I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?” 15 But Jesus answered him, “Let it be so now, for thus it is fitting for us [...]
There are so many serious issues being discussed right now in our country. It wasn’t too long ago that we were holding our breath as we waited for another hurricane to strike the coast of Texas and Louisiana. Many people across the country felt the effects of Hurricane Ike. My home, Nashville, suffered a gas shortage [...]
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Matthew 3:1-12 (ESV)
3:1 In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea, 2 “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” 3 For this is he who was spoken of [...]
