Lance Brown
The Larger Story – The Lesson of Peace
This week we are reading John 14 which has one of the more famous verses in the Bible. John 14:6 talks about Jesus being, “The way, and the truth and the life.” What does that mean? Let’s explore some of the principles behind that profound statement together.
Read MoreBattles Are Won Before They Are Fought
God’s Word and history unite to help us learn that battles are nearly always won before they are fought. That is to say, preparation is vital to our chances of success, whether it is in our work, in sports, in our thought life, or our spiritual life. Maybe you’ve had the dream where you supposed…
Read MoreThe Larger Story – The Lesson of the Basin and Towel
John 13 is thought of as the beginning of the last message to His disciples. Imagine what you would want to say to your loved ones if you knew you would die within one week! In walking the Larger Story something other than our immediate gratification or feeling better now needs to direct us and…
Read MoreThe Larger Story – The Lesson of the Seed
The evidence for the historicity and deity of Jesus is massive, yet the responses of people vary. Some see the evidence and jump on the train. Others see the evidence but are just “fair-weather fans.” Some see the evidence and become seekers of truth, and still others see the evidence and are determined to never…
Read MoreThe Larger Story – The Lesson of the Dragonfly
All of us will meet the suffering of shattered dreams. They throw us into great travail and confusion. Not even the godliest of folks are immune. In John 11, we see how Jesus is seeking to build a desire for the glory of God and the life of faith into His people. The benefits are legion,…
Read MoreThe Larger Story – The Lesson of the Glass Swan
Shattered dreams are an excruciating part of life. When our hopes, ideals or dreams get shattered, we feel damaged beyond repair. How are we to process shattered dreams? What is God up to, and why would He allow it? There are three important truths that help us navigate shattered dreams that we will explore with Mary Magdalene…
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