Tag Archives: Christ

057. A Prayer For Freedom From The Powers Of Darkness

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Jim Holbeck

In the previous article I wrote about a young fellow who came to be released from his addiction to pornography. In that article I outlined the steps he needed to follow to become free. I repeat them here and include … Continue reading →

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056. Jesus Sets The Captives Free. Mark 1:21-28.

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Jim Holbeck

Jesus began His ministry with the news that the kingdom of God had come in Himself. That meant that He would be operating with Kingdom authority in the various aspects of His ministry. God’s power would be at work through … Continue reading →

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055. The Body As A Temple Of The Holy Spirit. 1Corinthians 6:19-20

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Jim Holbeck

“Don’t tell me what to do! It’s my life and I can do whatever I want to do with it.” Words such as these may be heard outside many homes in our world as parents try to correct a child’s … Continue reading →

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054. “What’s Happening?” A Search for Meaning In Life. Ephesians 3:1-12.

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Jim Holbeck

“What’s happening?” It seems to be way young people communicate today on their mobile (cell) phones.  They utter that particular phrase to find out what their friends are doing. Often the response seems to be “Come on over!” or an … Continue reading →

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053. Who Is The Jesus Christ Of Christmas? Luke 2:10-12

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Jim Holbeck

An angel spoke to shepherds on that first Christmas Day. He gave them a message that spoke volumes about Jesus. The angel said, Luke 2:10 “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be … Continue reading →

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052. A Prayer Based On 2 Peter 3:8-14. Being Prepared for Jesus’ Coming

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Jim Holbeck

In this passage from verses 8 to 14, St Peter outlines a number of important truths. One is that the “apparent” delay in the second coming of Jesus means that God is giving people a chance to repent of their … Continue reading →

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051. A Prayer Based On Romans 12:1-2. Total Commitment

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Jim Holbeck

Romans 12:1  I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 2  Do not be conformed to this world, but … Continue reading →

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044. Outline of Ephesians 5:1-21. “Walking in love”

Posted on November 12, 2011 by Jim Holbeck

Paul opens the section with an admonition to “walk” in love. He uses “walk” 6 times in this epistle to denote the manner of life needed to be lived by the believer.  (See Note 1 below). A new spiritual birth … Continue reading →

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043. Outline of Ephesians 4:17-32

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Jim Holbeck

Overall theme in Chapter 4. You ARE one in Christ. BECOME what you are! Outline of Ephesians 4:17-32 1).           THE BANKRUPTCY OF RELIGION APART FROM CHRIST.  4:17-19 Paul contrasts the old life of those without Christ with the new life they … Continue reading →

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042. OUTLINE OF EPHESIANS Chapter 4:1-16

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Jim Holbeck

Blog 042. OUTLINE OF EPHESIANS Chapter 4:1-16 OVERALL THEME: You ARE one in Christ!  BECOME one in practice! OUTLINE: A).          THEIR UNITY IN CHRIST.  4:1-3 i).            Called to belong to Christ. Eph 4:1  I therefore, a prisoner for … Continue reading →

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