by Rob Taylor | Jan 1, 2009 | Challenges
Matthew 7:24 – Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock. This parable of Jesus’ powerfully drives home the importance of obedience to the things He taught during His earthly ministry....
by Rob Taylor | Jan 1, 2009 | Challenges
Romans 10:13 – For “whoever calls on the name of the LORD shall be saved.” This is a remarkable statement, which Paul draws from the Old Testament (see Joel 2:32), to enforce his argument that salvation is by faith. This makes it very clear that both Jew...
by Rob Taylor | Jan 1, 2009 | Challenges
John 15:7 – If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you. This word “abide” is truly important. It means to “be at home in.” “Your word I have hidden in my heart, …” said the psalmist in Psalm 119:11....
by Rob Taylor | Jan 1, 2009 | Challenges
1 Kings 3:5,9-10 – At Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night; and God said, “Ask! What shall I give you?” … Therefore give to Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people, that I may discern between good and evil. For who is...
by Rob Taylor | Jan 1, 2009 | Challenges
Psalms 70:4 – Let all those who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; And let those who love Your salvation say continually, “Let God be magnified!” The idea here is that when God comes to your rescue, this will result in a great wave of praise to Him. As...
