Darkened Glass Reflections

Tag: Matthew 28:18-20

“What Should I Do Now?” (Matthew 7:28-29)

Jesus finished His Sermon on the Mount, teaching with authority. His message challenges cultural norms and demands a response. He claimed authority as the Word of God and commanded His followers to observe His teachings. His authority remains eternal, with a commission for all to obey and follow Him faithfully.

July 28, 2024
The Words of Christ—Mark 16:15-18

“Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.”

September 12, 2023
Ascension: Seated With Him

Jesus’ ascension into heaven has important implications for our understanding of His divinity and for our life of faith.

May 18, 2023
Ascension and Pentecost IV: The Ascended Christ Sends the Indwelling Spirit

This conclusion to this series will show how the indwelling Holy Spirit provides our connection with the ascended Lord Jesus Christ and enables us to observe all that He has commanded us (Matthew 28:19–20).

May 23, 2021
Called to Share God’s Blessings

Abraham’s calling, to be the father of many nations, focused on his responsibility to be a blessing to others. It is our calling as well.

May 2, 2021
Election 2020 Thoughts: Part I of II

In this post, I share a few thoughts to consider and lessons we can learn in the aftermath of the 2020 Presidential election. Part I of II.

November 8, 2020
Chaos and Pentecost: A Christian Response to George Floyd’s Murder and the Public Outcry

This article shares some thoughts about the murder of George Floyd and the protests and riots that ensued in response. I offer suggestions for a Christian response in light of Pentecost and the Holy Spirit’s role in the believer’s life.

May 31, 2020
Divine Sovereignty. IV. Bringing Perspective to Problems

God is in control of your circumstances. Even when things look hopeless, He is able to restore you. Bring your complaints to God like David did. He can handle it. Be brutally honest about your feelings. At the same time, though, remember how He has helped you in the past. He is sovereign over all…

February 23, 2020
The Trinity: Trying to Explain It

A few thoughts about the Trinity.

December 15, 2019
The Eternal God: Over All, But Near to All

God is not only self-existent and eternal, “the ground of being.” He is also transcendent and immanent. His power, sovereignty, and love assure us that we can entrust our lives to Him.

October 20, 2019