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John 1:41-42 The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, “We have found the Messiah” (that is, the Christ). And he brought him to Jesus. Anyone who has made the commitment to be a … Continue reading →

Luke 22:26 “But you are not to be like that. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who rules like the one who serves.” This is a rare situation even today, because we human … Continue reading →

Luke 14:33 “In the same way, any of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be my disciple.” This verse clarifies verse 26, which at first glance seems to be in violation of much of the rest … Continue reading →

Luke 13:23-24 Someone asked him, “Lord, are only a few people going to be saved?” He said to them, “Make every effort to enter through the narrow door, because many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not … Continue reading →

Luke 13:12-13 When Jesus saw her, he called her forward and said to her, “Woman, you are set free from your infirmity.” Then he put his hands on her, and immediately she straightened up and praised God. The Greek says … Continue reading →

Luke 12:34 “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” This very simple little verse explains much of human psychology. It makes an enormous difference what we consider valuable. Materialism has long been rampant, it just takes … Continue reading →

Luke 12:6-7 “Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” This … Continue reading →

Luke 11:13 “If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” It is interesting to the … Continue reading →

Luke 10:40 But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. The NIV says “distracted” and the Japanese says “unable to settle down,” but the picture is both clear and familiar. Often the devil distracts us … Continue reading →

Luke 10:20 “However, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.” It’s not a bad thing that evil spirits are subject to believers who are operating in Jesus’ Name, but … Continue reading →