The gospel of John emphasizes three particular words as you read it: Father, sent, and glory. If you read the gospel in one sitting the three words pick up momentum like a freight train and crescendo in John 17, the Great High Priestly prayer of Jesus.
In John17 Jesus references three words: Father, Sent, and Glory 19 times. His passion for the Glory of the Father is consuming and would consume Him within 24 hours. His purpose for His disciples should be equally consuming for us 24/7.
Jonathon Edwards said that revival is the approximation of the consummation. Attending a New York City prayer meeting with dozens of nations attending is a foretaste of this climactic prayer meeting.
The longest prayer in the Bible is Solomon’s dedicatory prayer of the Temple in Jerusalem in 1 Kings 8. The prayer followed the sacrifice of thousands of animals as an act of extravagant worship. God responds in such a powerful expression of His Presence that the nation fell ...
When you study the prayers of the Old Testament you see that prayers are answered in the language they were prayed. Hannah prayed that God would remember her. Solomon prayed that God would hear his prayer, forgive their sin, and heal their land.
Why does this matter? It seem...
Summer is a season of reminding ourselves of God’s character
Psalm 23:1 – YHWH Tend Not Lack (original Hebrew). The verb lack is in the infinitive position which means that one would always lack forever. Because of who YHWH is in all of His sufficiency, we will never lack.
“The doctrine of the active presence of the transcendent God in all that is and all that happens is implied in the teaching of Jesus that the hairs of our head are numbered, that not a sparrow falls to the ground without the Father’s knowledge and care." -The River Within
I am honored to be a part of the inaugural Movement Day Latin America gathering in Panama City under the leadership of Jose Duran. I am looking forward to presenting with Dr. AR Bernard, Jamaal Bernard, Jurie Kriel, and many Latin leaders.
Most city commuters struggle under 'time poverty. There simply aren't enough hours in the day for commuting to another small group or another church service. Starting fellowships and small groups within corporate settings are a strategic investment to engage such people.
Against the backdrop of recent Supreme Court Decisions I have thought of friends Gary and Lynette Frost. Together they have modeled authentic pro-life leadership by fostering 46 children, are currently running a home for young women in Youngstown Ohio, and Gary also leads Mar...
This word from JI Packer is such a good reminder to myself and others of where the real source of faith and strength comes from. It is unequivocally wrapped up in the sustaining power of God.
India has a rich Christian heritage that traditionally traces its roots all the way back to Thomas the disciple. This is a painting of Thomas putting his fingers in the crucified hands of Jesus (John 20) is a few feet from his tomb in Chennai, India at the church of Saint Thomas.
I got to be with Jason Lee during my time in Singapore. Jason was named a top leader for all of Asia. The future of Asia is in the hands of men like Jason, and I believe God will use him!
A look at a meeting with partners in Singapore. Jon and Tim Wong have an understanding and passion for their city unlike any I've seen and I'm excited for what God will do there!