Lance Brown
The 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…
Read MorePortraits of Jesus – Uplifted Savior
The crucifixion accomplished our atonement, that which allows us, though we are sinners, to be in relationship forever! Think of “atonement” as “at-one-ment” with God. But this week, also notice how Jesus Christ dealt with incredible suffering and heartache while surrounded with hell’s evils hurled at Him.
Read MorePortraits of Jesus – Model Sufferer
John 18 deals with significant events just prior to the crucifixion. Jesus will wrestle with God on the suffering He will face, betrayal by Judas, denial by Peter, abandonment by his disciples and sex different trials where Jesus is beaten and false testimony is given against him. And you think you had a bad day…
Read MorePortraits of Jesus – Giver of Glory & Joy
Joy is something that we all want. However, we often find ourselves fighting for “happiness” which is often somewhat situational, by comparison. Joy comes from letting go of our willingness to have control over the outcomes in our life. Often we insist upon controlling our narrative, rather than to recognize that God is painting a…
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