Monday, August 3, 2009
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Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our debts,
as we also have forgiven our debtors.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from the evil one.
Trips
- Honduras 2007 (8)
- New York 2009 (8)
About the Blog
This is basically an online journal for me when I go on mission trips. I like to recount the happenings of the day and post pictures for family and friends to see.
Who's this Jesus guy and what's he all about, you ask?
Here's my answer:
In today's age, it's all about status in this world. We are constantly climbing the proverbial social ladder. The book of Philippians tells us that Jesus had equal status with God but he wasn't so wrapped up in his status that he thought of himself better than anyone. Instead, he came here to Earth, the same way we all did, born of a woman, and took on the status of a servant. He didn't claim any of the rights he was owed through his heavenly royalty. He lived a selfless, obedient life and then died a selfless obedient death -- and the worst kind of death at that -- a crucifixion (Philippians 2:5-8).
We are sinful people and God does not like sin. He hates it in fact, so much that he was going to pour all of his wrath out on us. But at the same time, he loves us so very much. So much that he sent his son to Earth, to be a substitute for us. God poured out his wrath on Jesus like waters rushing out of a broken dam. Jesus took it all, died and was buried, and three days later he walked out of that tomb and among us again. He ascended into Heaven where he sits right beside God until the day when he comes back to claim his people and take them to Heaven to live with him for all of eternity.
Neat, huh?
Who's this Jesus guy and what's he all about, you ask?
Here's my answer:
In today's age, it's all about status in this world. We are constantly climbing the proverbial social ladder. The book of Philippians tells us that Jesus had equal status with God but he wasn't so wrapped up in his status that he thought of himself better than anyone. Instead, he came here to Earth, the same way we all did, born of a woman, and took on the status of a servant. He didn't claim any of the rights he was owed through his heavenly royalty. He lived a selfless, obedient life and then died a selfless obedient death -- and the worst kind of death at that -- a crucifixion (Philippians 2:5-8).
We are sinful people and God does not like sin. He hates it in fact, so much that he was going to pour all of his wrath out on us. But at the same time, he loves us so very much. So much that he sent his son to Earth, to be a substitute for us. God poured out his wrath on Jesus like waters rushing out of a broken dam. Jesus took it all, died and was buried, and three days later he walked out of that tomb and among us again. He ascended into Heaven where he sits right beside God until the day when he comes back to claim his people and take them to Heaven to live with him for all of eternity.
Neat, huh?
Blog Archive
They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. Selling their possessions and goods, they gave to anyone as he had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
Acts 2:42-47
Acts 2:42-47
"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our debts,
as we also have forgiven our debtors.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from the evil one.
Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
1 Corinthians 15:58
1 Corinthians 15:58
I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
Philippians 1:3-6
Philippians 1:3-6
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
Philippians 4:8-9
Philippians 4:8-9
"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."
And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans 8:38-39
Romans 8:38-39
This is a trustworthy saying, and everyone should accept it: “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners”—and I am the worst of them all. But God had mercy on me so that Christ Jesus could use me as a prime example of his great patience with even the worst sinners. Then others will realize that they, too, can believe in him and receive eternal life. All honor and glory to God forever and ever! He is the eternal King, the unseen one who never dies; he alone is God. Amen.
1 Timothy 1:15-17
1 Timothy 1:15-17
For I fully expect and hope that I will never be ashamed, but that I will continue to be bold for Christ, as I have been in the past. And I trust that my life will bring honor to Christ, whether I live or die.
Philippians 1:20
Philippians 1:20
I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity. This is good and pleases God our Savior, who wants everyone to be saved and to understand the truth.
1 Timothy 2:1-3