Tag Archives: worship

I can only imagine

Posted on May 31, 2015 by bwebbjr

A little more than a decade ago, the band Mercy Me prompted us to consider that scenario with their hit song: “I Can Only Imagine” I can only imagine what it will be like When I walk by your side … Continue reading →

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through the fire

Posted on May 7, 2015 by bwebbjr

There is so much wisdom to be gleaned from the account of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego’s encounter with the furious King Nebuchadnezzar recorded in the second chapter of Daniel. If you are not familiar with the story you might want … Continue reading →

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why the creation vs evolution argument matters

Posted on July 22, 2014 by bwebbjr

This may seem an odd way to begin but stick with me … My father established our relationship when I was seven years old.  He looked at me and said, “You know, I brought you in this world, and I … Continue reading →

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anatomy of a favorite Christmas song

Posted on December 30, 2013 by bwebbjr

Take a moment to consider the song ‘Santa Claus is Coming to Town’ in light of  how it relates to Jesus … You better watch out You better not cry Better not pout I’m telling you why Santa Claus is … Continue reading →

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the oft forgotten and most important gifts of the magi

Posted on December 20, 2013 by bwebbjr

Let’s begin with a review of the visit of the magi from a biblical perspective that’s a bit different from what many of our Christmas traditions reflect. First, the magi did not arrive before King Herod until after Jesus was … Continue reading →

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a loving God defying the odds

Posted on December 3, 2013 by bwebbjr

I encountered the following tweet over the weekend … @kenblout “If a father does not go to church, no matter how faithful his wife’s devotions, only one child in 50 will become a regular worshipper.” I found this statistic absolutely … Continue reading →

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who touched me?

Posted on November 25, 2013 by bwebbjr

Consider this passage from Mark … When they got out of the boat, immediately the people recognized Him (Jesus), and ran about that whole country and began to carry here and there on their pallets those who were sick, to … Continue reading →

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