There was a time when the Apostle Paul pondered the implications of what life would be like if there was no resurrection from the dead. It leaves us with futility. Thankfully, he assures us that the resurrection of Jesus did happen, and because of that…
JOHN SHIRK-The early disciples described the resurrection of Jesus Christ as a fact-an actual event in history. There are some compelling factors that back up their claim including an empty tomb and no evidence of a body.
JOHN SHIRK-Not all confessions have to do with admitting sin. Jesus gave the Good Confession to Pilate. Since He was sinless, He had no guilt to confess, but He did reveal His identity. Find out what Jesus said to Pilate.
There are two things to note about washing someone else's feet. It's an act of humble service, and it removes dirt. Through washing His disciples' feet, Jesus set an example for us to follow. Whether you practice this ceremonially at your church or not,…
JOHN SHIRK-According to Jesus, the temple was intended to be a house of prayer, but it had been turned into a den of robbers. There is no temple standing in Jerusalem today, but there is a temple that exists today, and that temple is the body of Christ's…
JOHN SHIRK - Today, we examine the significance of Palm Sunday, and specifically unpacking the meaning of a word commonly used in worship songs in church-Hosanna.
JOHN SHIRK-After the city of Nineveh turned to God in humility, Jonah became angry. He did not share in the enthusiasm of the city's spiritual revival. God had some words for Jonah that revealed His concern for souls.
JOHN SHIRK - Sometimes, revival happens in unexpected places. Nineveh was one of those places, and I think that says something to us about not giving up on people prematurely who show no interest in Jesus. You never know when they might be ripe for a…
JOHN SHIRK - Jonah had disobeyed God in going the opposite direction from Nineveh, but God gave him a second opportunity, and this time Jonah went in the right direction. His second opportunity gives hope for anyone who has regrets about past failures.
JOHN SHIRK-Jonah was called to go one way, and he went the opposite way. Something had to happen to bring Jonah to a turning point. That turning point was a big fish and a heartfelt prayer. See inside for the details.
JOHN SHIRK-Jonah was an interesting character in the Bible, who was a prophet of God. At the same time, there were attitudes in his own heart that needed revamping. We will take a look at his travels in upcoming blogs.
