CCMI Wednesday

The call of God is not limited by background, education, or social status. The greatest calling for Christians is to be “fishers of men,” leading others to a relationship with Jesus Christ. The disciples exemplified prompt obedience to Jesus’ call, leaving their nets and following Him without hesitation, demonstrating the importance of prioritizing God’s call above all else.

The baptism with the Holy Spirit is a separate and distinct experience from regeneration, as promised by the Father and fulfilled on the day of Pentecost. This baptism empowers believers for service, as evidenced by the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the disciples, enabling them to be bold witnesses for Christ. The use of the Greek preposition “epi” in reference to this baptism signifies the Hol...

Jesus commanded His disciples to make disciples of all nations, a seemingly impossible task. Before sending them out, He instructed them to wait in Jerusalem for the fulfillment of the promise of the Holy Spirit, which would empower them to fulfill their commission. This baptism of the Holy Spirit was distinct from their regeneration and was directly related to their mission to preach the gospel.

Water baptism symbolizes death to the old self and a commitment to following Jesus, but it does not save. It is an outward expression of an inward experience of being born again through faith in Jesus Christ. While water baptism is important, the baptism of the Holy Spirit, which occurs at the moment of regeneration, is equally significant.

John the Baptist, content with his divine calling, exemplified humility and fulfillment by pointing people to Jesus Christ. His joy was complete because he didn’t seek positions beyond his calling, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and fulfilling one’s unique purpose in God’s plan. Ultimately, our worth is measured by our obedience to God’s will, not by our achievements or comparisons to o...

The Israelites, after being led out of Egypt, faced a pivotal moment when they sent spies to the Promised Land. Despite the positive report from Joshua and Caleb, the majority of the Israelites, driven by fear and unbelief, rebelled against God’s command to enter the land. This disobedience resulted in God’s judgment, condemning the rebellious generation to wander in the wilderness for 40 years, m...

Session 2 with Pastor Ron Matsen focuses on chapters 7 through 12 of the Book of Numbers, highlighting the theme of dedication and deadly desires. Pastor Ron emphasizes the importance of paying attention to types and shadows in the text, encouraging personal study and reflection. The study delves into the detailed account of the offerings presented by the leaders of each tribe for the dedication o...

Today's text delves into the book of Numbers' chapter 1-6, highlighting God’s jealousy for proper representation and the responsibilities of the Levite tribe in caring for the tabernacle. It emphasizes the importance of cleanliness and spiritual purity, drawing parallels between the Israelites’ practices and the Christian faith. The Nazarite vow, a commitment to abstain from defiling substances, i...