THE PRESENCE

THE PRESENCE

Matthew 17:6-7 “And when the disciples heard it, they fell on their faces and were greatly afraid. But Jesus came and touched them and said, ‘Arise, and do not be afraid.’ ” We are yet to enter the very Presence of the Most High. If and when God Almighty chooses to...
THE PRESENCE

THE MOST IMPORTANT THING

Matthew 17:5 “While he was still speaking, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them; and suddenly a voice came out of the cloud, saying, ‘This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Hear Him!’ “ The most important thing is not talking to God, but listening to...
THE PRESENCE

THE CAUCUS

Matthew 17:1-2 “Now after six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother, led them up on a high mountain by themselves; and He was transfigured before them…” We must all have our inner caucus; that group of men and women before whom we can discuss freely and...
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GRASPING THE WIND

Matthew 16:26  “For what profit is it to a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul? Or what will a man give in exchange for his soul?” Pursuing the world is grasping the wind. All the pursuits of human pleasures and self-centered ambitions are...
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OUR BIGGEST PROBLEM

Matthew 16:24  “Then Jesus said to His disciples, ‘If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me.’ ” Our biggest problem is us. I am my biggest problem. Self is a thick root of the Old Life that serves as the...