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Matthew D. Summers, MEd, MBTS

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The Gospel According to John

What on Earth took place in the Temple to cause this?

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The Wedding in Cana

What is the connection between the inauguration of Jesus' public ministry, the wedding venue, and the first miracle? Thoughts to consider.

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The Selection of the Disciples

Did rabbis normally approach disciples to recruit them? Why did Jesus? What did Jesus mean in his fig tree comment to Nathanael? Take another walk through the selection of disciples by Jesus.

Jesus Begins Public Ministry

The Apostle John begins his depiction of the life of Christ by quickly introducing a desert-dwelling, bug-eating weirdo in the story. Who did Israel expect to be heralded from the Judean wilderness?

First Century Israel

The Gospel According to John opens with comments on Jesus as the Christ and Son of God. Then John continues his revelation of Christ at the beginning of Jesus' earthly ministry and baptism. Let's pause to consider what Jesus is walking into the middle of culturally, politically, and ecumenically as he begins his earthly ministry.

Decisional Salvation

Is salvation based upon a decision to believe or a choice of God? Our answer is often at odds with assumptions others make about our Christian beliefs.

Your Life

We gather our understanding of life from family, friends, coworkers, teachers, and others of influence in our lives. Culture also teaches us of life. But at the point we figure out how to live, we forget about the esoteric things, the spiritual things in life. What version of life are we living?

The parable of the Red Line

We step on the Red Line at birth and ride it to the end of the line at the grave. There is a travel guide that explains the train's origin and destination and how we are supposed to take the trip - and it gives us the freedom to dedicate our trip to whatever is most important to us. Our ride reflects our heart. What is your trip all about?

God's Voice

Why do some hear the voice of God and others do not? What is it that causes God to hear the prayers of some and refuse to hear the prayers of others? If you were able to hear God's voice, would you? What stands in the way of hearing Him?

Unforgiveable Sin

Jesus taught in Scripture that all sins will be forgiven, except one. What is that sin and why won't it be forgiven? How do we know if we have committed this sin and what impact does it have on our eternal future?

Salvation

Some religions believe good works will offset sin. Some religions believe repentance is only needed to offset sin. Some religions believe there is no such concept as sin. Christianity teaches none of this. Exactly what is required for Christian salvation?

Death

Death comes to all. How do we prepare for it? What do we need to do before the end arrives? What do we do about the mistakes and errors we've made? Spend 10 minutes of your time in wide-awake thinking about what we all must face.

The Blind Men and the Elephant

An East Indian parable provides the structure for a discussion of Modernism, Empiricism, Secularization, and Postmodernism - each as an influence on worldview and truth. How does a post-Christian culture find answers to the questions of origin, meaning, morality, and destiny?

Rachel's Tears

Jacob was tricked into marrying Leah. He served Laban for years so he could marry his intended bride, Rachel. In death, Leah is buried with Jacob in the Tomb of the Patriarchs, yet Rachel designated to a roadside grave outside of Hebron. Why did Jacob permit this? What honor did Jacob see God bestow on the true love of his heart?

Ancient Jewish Marital Customs

Cultural understanding sheds light on the biblical text and our specific understanding of several teachings of Christ. Who is the Friend of the Bridegroom and how does this shed light on the remarks of John the Baptist? What does Jesus mean when he uses "nuptial" language?

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Control of the Spirit World

Mark 1:21 commences a captivating story wherein Jesus was teaching in the Capernaum synagogue on the Sabbath and is confronted by a man with an unclean spirit. The spirit states, “What have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are—the Holy One of God” . . .

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Life and Human Ensoulment

Control of the Spirit World

If you were to view the back side of a woven tapestry, you would probably be able to make out certain shapes, weaving techniques, and some semblance of theme in the workmanship of the art. You might be able to vaguely discern organization . . .

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Culture v. Faith

Control of the Spirit World

Culture v. Faith

I frequently tell my wife that I would not want to raise children today. It seems like the world has turned so very brutal, divisive, and malicious. Hate and vitriol have taken . . .

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Living in Truth

Home and Small Things

Culture v. Faith

I admit it. I worry about the weight of the cross I carry for the Lord. Is it too light - am I not fully contributing? Is it too heavy - am I doing half-hearted work? Are my efforts meaningless . . .

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Home and Small Things

It’s Monday morning and there is a devotional to finish. As you read, your mind drifts to the piles of work waiting for you in the office and you glaze over the paragraph you just read for a third time . .

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Matthew D. Summers, MEd, MBTS

ACTIVE CHRISTIAN LIVING Christian videos, teachings, and writings.

Learning from video:

The Gospel According to John

The Wedding in Cana

The Selection of the Disciples

Jesus Begins Public Ministry

First Century Israel

Decisional Salvation

Your Life

The parable of the Red Line

God's Voice

Unforgiveable Sin

Salvation

Death

Shorts

God With You

Trust God

The Resurrection

The Crucifixion

Gethsemane

Jesus teaches while headed for the cross

Jesus predicts his death

Why so Downcast?

Love one another

He knows me

Wives

Dads

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The Blind Men and the Elephant

Rachel's Tears

Ancient Jewish Marital Customs

Introduction

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Control of the Spirit World

Control of the Spirit World

Control of the Spirit World

Life and Human Ensoulment

Control of the Spirit World

Control of the Spirit World

Culture v. Faith

Control of the Spirit World

Culture v. Faith

Living in Truth

Home and Small Things

Culture v. Faith

Home and Small Things

Home and Small Things

Home and Small Things

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