Tag Archives: Gospel

What will we do now?

“Unless you people see miraculous signs and wonders,” Jesus told him, “you will never believe.”  John 4:48 We have to see that the Gospel is about relationships and the impacting, redeeming power of our Lord.  It is not about traditions, culture, … Continue reading

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“In-N-Out” Bible Study 7: 1 Corinthians 13:13

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13:   Open Q: How does this passage motivate you? What do you think?  Main Point: God’s character is love and He loves … Continue reading

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“In-N-Out” Bible Study 6: John 14:6

  Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. John 14:6  Open Q: What causes you to fear or fuss or fret or stress? What do you … Continue reading

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“In-N-Out” Bible Study 5: Proverbs 3:5

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; Proverbs 3:5 Open Q: Does fear have a hold on you? Are you so busy looking for opportunity you cannot see anything else? What do … Continue reading

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“In-N-Out” Bible Study 4: John 3:16

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16  Open Q: What does it take for most people to take hold … Continue reading

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“In-N-Out” Bible Study 3: Proverbs 24:16

For though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again, but the wicked stumble when calamity strikes. Proverbs 24:16  Open Q: What is the cost when we do not strive to overcome our faults or problems? What do you think?  … Continue reading

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“In-N-Out” Bible Study 2: Nahum 1:7

The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him… Nahum 1:7  Open Q: Do you feel God is distant and does not care about you, your situation, or your concerns?   Main … Continue reading

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“In-N-Out” Bible Study 1: Revelation 3:20

      Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. Revelation 3:20  Open Q: How can … Continue reading

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“In-N-Out” Bible Study, Intro

Revelation 3:20; Nahum 1:7; Proverbs 24:16; John 3:16; Proverbs 3:5; John 14:6; 1 Corinthians 13:13  In one of our favorite fast-food restaurants, a Los Angeles cultural icon, there is a unique surprise under the drink cups and hidden in the … Continue reading

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Biblical Principles of God’s Call to Manage His Church

Used at church leadership retreats and church consulting…  (Opening session)  My goal is to lay forth to you suggestions from God’s Word and from my own experience on how to effectively run a church. These are based on many years … Continue reading

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