by Steve Thomason | Oct 4, 2010 | Devos
Mark 1:35-39 The point of this devotional is simple. Jesus needed alone time with His Father in order to serve the demanding crowds. This is an encouraging word, especially for introverts. It is true that Jesus had a mission and had a lot of work to do. It is also...
by Steve Thomason | Oct 4, 2010 | Devos
Matthew 28:16-20 Food for thought: As we read this passage in English it seems like the imperative (or the command statement) is the word “GO!” However, in the Greek, the word “go” is in the passive participle, which should be read, “as you are going” or “having...
by Steve Thomason | Sep 30, 2010 | Bible
I have been using Logos Bible Software since the early 90’s, back when it was Logos 1.6 and I ran it on Windows 3.1. It has been my constant companion for Bible Study and sermon/lesson prep through the years. As an artist, I’ve always been told “You...
by Steve Thomason | Sep 14, 2010 | Bible, Personal Updates
This morning we officially say goodbye to my sister-in-law, Melissa. Last night we had the family viewing. That is such a difficult thing to do. To see a body that was once full of life lying so still is disturbing to the mind. We never see human bodies that still....
by Steve Thomason | Aug 23, 2010 | Bible
The Vision The vision of Yaweh in chapter one is indeed a bizarre and confusing picture to be sure. There are two important points to keep in mind when reading this passage. This is not an attempt to literally describe what God actually looks like. This vision is a...
by Steve Thomason | Jul 23, 2010 | Bible, Theology
OK, roll up the sleeves of your mind, because this section really is going to dig deeper. The study of Isaiah is a rich and rewarding one, but it is not as easy as it may seem. For Christians, especially Christians who have been raised in the church, we are very...