Tag Archives: Jesus

146. Praying To Bring About A Better World. Psalm 139:23-24

Posted on March 16, 2014 by Jim Holbeck

What a different world it would be! If world and church leaders had prayed sincerely “Search me O God!” This is the prayer of King David at the end of Psalm 139. In recent blogs we have looked at this … Continue reading →

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134. Jesus Appeared (at Christmas) And Will Appear Again. The Need To Be Ready. Titus 3:1-7

Posted on December 9, 2013 by Jim Holbeck

One of the terms used to describe the coming of Jesus into the world at the first Christmas was the term “appearing”. St Paul used it in Titus 3 to give the significance of that appearance for humankind. He wrote, … Continue reading →

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130. A Tribute. Bishop Dudley Foord. 1923-2013. (Double E, Double E) Evangelism

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Jim Holbeck

The name of Dudley Foord will be remembered by many with the introduction of Evangelism Explosion to Australia. Many of us came from long distances to the Conferences he held in Sydney as he promoted  this form of Evangelism. Evangelism … Continue reading →

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129. Summary of Romans 1:17-32. Human Rebellion against God

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Jim Holbeck

What has got into some of the world leaders in recent months? Some have taken gigantic strides in directions that were not expected. Some seem intent on changing the world as we know it, into an image they have created … Continue reading →

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125. “What’s Wrong With The World?” Humans Replaced God With Idols! Romans 1:18-32

Posted on June 26, 2013 by Jim Holbeck

In previous articles we looked at St Paul’s description of how God as Creator had revealed Himself in His creation. His creatures were meant to willingly submit to Him. However they incurred His wrath by rejecting Him. Their rebellion had … Continue reading →

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124. “What’s Wrong With The World?” Revolting Humans! That’s What! (An Overview of Romans 1:17-32)

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Jim Holbeck

St Paul shows us very clearly in this chapter why the world is in such a mess. We will follow his line of thought as he explains the situation in these verses in Romans 1:17-32. He shows us that humans … Continue reading →

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121. Healing. What Characterised The “Such Faith” Of The Centurion In Luke 7:1-10?

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Jim Holbeck

Sometimes people have amazed us. It may have been some unexpected aspect of their character. Or it may be that we were amazed at the things they said. That was the impact that Jesus had on people. But it may … Continue reading →

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120. A Tribute. The Rev Thomas John Jewett. Australian Pastor-Teacher. 1927- 2013.

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Jim Holbeck

“He WAS my bishop!” These were the opening words as the preacher began his sermon. The occasion was the Thanksgiving service for the late Tom Jewett in the Anglican church in Devonport Tasmania. ( A summary of Tom’s ministry as … Continue reading →

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117. Divine Comedy 2. God in the Dock regarding Marriage. Genesis 2:24

Posted on March 30, 2013 by Jim Holbeck

No, this has nothing to do with Dante’s famous classic! Rather it refers to a situation that God has allowed in His divine providence and over-ruling as the Lord of this universe. It is a ludicrous situation. But it is … Continue reading →

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116. THE “ABCDE” OF BECOMING MORE OPEN TO GOD FOR HIS BLESSING. “E” for Enthroning.

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Jim Holbeck

In the previous article we looked at the need to dethrone any idols we may have in our lives so that we may give the Lord His rightful place as our ruler. The idols need to be dethroned so that … Continue reading →

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