The Sermon on the Mount, Jesus delivered verbally in person to his disciples, whom He appointed as Apostles to spread the “Good News of the Kingdom of God.” According to John Mark, Jesus went up into the hills to pray, where He called his disciples to be with Him, and then He appointed them as … Continue reading The Apostles’ Manual # 30 →

In reviewing my life, prayer and faith illuminated my journey. There were many times when my faith was smaller than a mustard seed, and the hurdles insurmountable, but He who promised to be with me, strengthened my little faith, which kept me moving past the unexpected gigantic problems (Philippians 4:13). At least that was what … Continue reading How Did I Keep Believing #29 →

Elementary Faith was/is Basic in My Life: #28 For me, "faith" began as a mustard seed, which I had to put into the ground (into my heart), then I had to care for it so that God’s Spirit could make it grow. Growth, itself, requires constant attention to keep faith on track. We must partner … Continue reading Elementary Faith is Basic #28 →

Losing Confidence in Faith: #27  The writer of the Hebrew Christians, in Chapter 11, verse 6, made this statement: “And without faith it is impossible to please Him (God). For whoever would draw near to God must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him.” It is not just the invisible, … Continue reading Losing Confidence in Faith:#27 →

What Has Self-Confidence Done for Me? #26  In the previous chapter, I shared how my self-confidence resembled a thermometer. Accidents, mistakes, unpleasant surprises, health problems, and many other troubling things dropped and raised my confidence. However, my confidence never fell below a level where I could not come back and rebuild it. In retrospect, I … Continue reading What has Self-Confidence done for me? #26 →