"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7 Peace is something people want everywhere in the world. This is not the... Continue Reading →
Mark 16:14 Lack of Faith
"Later Jesus appeared to the Eleven as they were eating; he rebuked them for their lack of faith and their stubborn refusal to believe those who had seen him after he had risen." Mark 16:14 Jesus had been crucified, died, and rose again from the dead. Several women had seen Him after the resurrection. They... Continue Reading →
Mark 8:33 A Harsh Rebuke
"But when Jesus turned and looked at his disciples, he rebuked Peter. Get behind me, Satan! he said. You do not have in mind the concerns of God, but merely human concerns." Mark 8:33 Jesus had just told the disciples about how He was going to suffer. He told them how He would be rejected... Continue Reading →
Mark 5:19 Go And Tell
"Jesus did not let him, but said, Go home to your own people and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you." Mark 5:19 Jesus had just cast many demons out of a man. He had been possessed for many years and could not do... Continue Reading →
Mark 4:39-40 Quiet! Be Still!
"He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, 'Quiet! Be Still!' Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to his disciples, Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?" Mark 4:39-40 After a long day of teaching, Jesus and the disciples get into a... Continue Reading →
