Author Archives: randscallawayffm

Jesus called, equip, and sent Simon the fisherman to “go and make disciples” along with the rest of those who followed Jesus devoutly for three years while learning and watching the Master daily.  Jesus poured His life into followers who … Continue reading →

Imagine going to party to honor someone you’ve only heard about from what others have said as being someone impressive and important.  You accept the invitation out of curiosity.  You then wonder what you should bring to the party as … Continue reading →

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”—Jesus, John 3:16 Background and Update—for understanding as we move forward in our Acts journey: … Continue reading →

“For God called you to do good, even if it means suffering, just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example, and you must follow in his steps.”—Peter, 1 Peter 2:21 To walk in the steps of Jesus, we must … Continue reading →

When we come from a bad place to a good place by committing our lives to Jesus who saved us and set us free from sin; it won’t always follow in the minds of people who knew us before that … Continue reading →

Read that again.  Jesus, Son of God, takes our hurt personally and rescues us.  We know He rescued us by taking the punishment for our sins that we deserve.  We know Jesus was beaten beyond recognition, spit on, mocked, and … Continue reading →

Over the years, growing believers would complain to me that God does not talk with them like with other people.  They would lament that God is silent, unresponsive to their prayers of asking for this or that to happen in … Continue reading →

When tragedy strikes, our initial feeling is mourning of the loss followed by fear of what will happen next?  We are humans who need help to be comforted, encouraged, and reminded that God did not leave us—quite the opposite.  God … Continue reading →

Part Two When we talk about Jesus to people who do not yet believe and who cling to a self-motivated, self-led life; it will not be easy but necessary.  Jesus came to earth to seek and to save the lost … Continue reading →

Part One Jesus reminded his disciples more than once, “Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 How many of us think of this verse first when … Continue reading →