Jesus’ compassion

by an odj community member on July 20th, 2011 | no responses
—pic of Monterrey, Mexico, submitted by Ardis Rivera, Mexico As soon as Jesus heard the news, He left in a boat to a remote area to be alone. But the crowds heard where He was headed and followed on foot from many towns. Jesus saw the huge crowd as He stepped from the boat, and He had compassion... read more »

promissory note

by an odj community member on July 20th, 2011 | no responses
I have a “promissory note” and it is of great value to me. It wasn’t given to me by man, but by my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Himself. When I share this note with others it replenishes—it makes me speak God’s Word with authority as it brings forth life and not death,... read more »

our authority in Jesus

by an odj community member on July 20th, 2011 | no responses
John 1:11–13: Even in His own land and among His own people, He was not accepted. But to all who believed Him and accepted Him, He gave the right to become children of God. They are reborn! This is not a physical birth resulting from human passion or plan—this rebirth comes from God. Do you feel... read more »

the doubter’s prayer

by sheridan voysey on July 20th, 2011 | 14 responses
Over the centuries, some biblical prayers have become particularly loved by Christians. The Lord’s Prayer is one of them (Matthew 6:9-13). The Jesus Prayer (“Lord Jesus, have mercy on me, a sinner”), based on Luke 18:13, is highly regarded by the Eastern Orthodox Church. Today I give you my... read more »