September 9, 2020
by Tom Jackson
| Tags: Equipping, 2012, Provision, David, resources, Abraham, rescue, more than enough, the God who provides, Jehovah Jireh, YHWH
Feeling beset by enemies inside and out, David reminds us in Psalm 144 that God is the God of all provision, the God of more than enough, the God who provides everything we need to not only survive - but thrive - and to enjoy his blessing....
Keep Reading
December 19, 2018
by Tom Jackson
| Tags: 2012, Jesus, Sin, Ruth, David, Christmas, Tamar, Rahab, Bathsheba, Mary, party
Matthew intentionally places women in the genealogy of Jesus to highlight the fact that everyone is invited to God's BIG BIG Party....
Keep Reading
December 13, 2017
by Tom Jackson
| Tags: Paul, 2012, Jesus, David, Messiah, Christmas, Matthew, Son of David
The gratitude of Thanksgiving quickly turns to the anticipation of Christmas; as we approach the celebration of the Incarnation, deep appreciation for God’s incredible mercy fills our hearts. I have been reflecting on the introduction to the Christmas story in Matthew, with Acts, and 2nd Samuel informing this text....
Keep Reading
December 13, 2017
by Tom Jackson
| Tags: 2012, Jesus, Kingdom, David, Messiah, throne, Mathew, Maths, 14, fourteen
Mathew's introduction to the Christmas story makes one big point: it all adds up to Christ....
Keep Reading