Georgia is located on the Black Sea between Russia, Turkey and Armenia. It is regarded as the world’s second-oldest Christian nation. The Georgian Orthodox Church dates back to AD 150 and is considered almost a peer to Jesus and the apostles time period. Georgia became independent in 1991 after centuries of dominance by surrounding empires. They still have some regions of the country where Russia remains a significant influence. Since their independence and the collapse of communism, they have continued to make progress in positive social, economic and political changes. Many have returned to the church, but it is more about […]
Category:Pray for Our World (countries E-M)
Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons approached Jesus with her sons. She knelt down to ask Him for something. “What do you want?” Jesus asked her. “Promise,” she said to Him, “that these two sons of mine may sit, one on Your right and the other on Your left, in Your kingdom.” But Jesus answered, “You don’t know what you’re asking. Are you able to drink the cup that I am about to drink?” “We are able,” they said to Him. He told them, “You will indeed drink My cup. But to sit at My right and left is not Mine to […]
Category:In Jesus' Words - from Matthew
Can you imagine hearing a speech like this one that Jesus gave to the twelve apostles? Today when we go to church, we only want to hear the positive, uplifting messages. Otherwise we may not come back. Clearly from Jesus’ speech below, He was not just a motivational speaker or teacher. He had serious business to attend to. Our very lives are at stake, and he had twelve ordinary men to tell the entire world. Matthew 10:5-42 ~ Jesus’ speech to the Apostles These twelve Jesus sent out with the following instructions: “Do not go among the Gentiles or enter any town […]
Category:In Jesus' Words - from Matthew
About the Author
Sue McCusker is a writer, Bible teacher, and web developer who loves to share the stories of life, hope, and faith she sees around her every day. She has written for Guideposts and Angels on Earth magazines, and teaches the story of God in women's Bible study.
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Happy are the feet of those who bring good news! Isaiah 52:7
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