Real People in Scripture

Inspired by Real People in Scripture. 🌟📖 Abraham and Sarah tried to run ahead of God. Do you know what that means? They knew and believed in God's promises, BUT they didn't think God was really going to act. So, they did and the results weren't exactly the best. https://unionchurchhonduras.com/ If you want to know more about our ministry, contact us! 🌿

Inspired by Real People in Scripture. 🌟📖 Lot was a relative of Abraham. Abraham was older and therefore had "rights" that superceded Lot's. And yet, Abraham allowed Lot to choose what was really his to decide. To put it simply, Lot chose poorly. In human terms, he chose well, but he didn't stop to think about what was really best. What can we learn about those times when we are...

Inspired by Real People in Scripture: Abraham Abraham tried to make a bargain with God. He interceded for people that he thought (in human terms) were worthy. God listened, but Abraham high expectations that were a bit too high. How about you? Are you willing to try to stand in the gap for someone else? What would you do to love your neighbor? https://unionchurchhonduras.com/ If you want to know m...

Inspired by Real People in Scripture. 🌟📖 Our first in the series of glimpses into the life of Abraham (Abram). Did you know that Abraham at first only partially accepted God's Promise? And what about you? Do you believe you're accepting and living in God's promises for your life? https://unionchurchhonduras.com/ If you want to know more about our ministry, contact us! 🌿

We don't know her name and there are questions about whether or not John wrote these verses. So, why look at her story? It's so well known, it's worth considering for a few minutes on today's episode. ("Bonus content" is a quick overview of the hows and whys we trust the Bible we have.) Real people. Real places. Real times. Inspired by Real People in Scripture. https://unionchurchhonduras.com/ If...

A second person is mentioned with Tychicus as Paul's Letter is delivered to the Colossians. You might recognize that name, Onesimus, from another of Paul's Letters, the Letter to Philemon. Let's take a moment to reflect on this real person and the reason why Paul was sending him back to Colossae. Real people. Real places. Real times. Inspired by Real People in Scripture. https://unionchurchhondura...

This messenger and minister is mentioned a few times in the New Testament. If you read the context of those verses, you'll see that he actually serves in important roles. So, let's spend a few minutes learning about him and how we can grow from reflecting grace in similar ways. Real people. Real places. Real times. Inspired by Real People in Scripture. https://unionchurchhonduras.com/ If you want...

Let's take some time to connect a few dots about John Mark - author (or scribe) of a Gospel AND a guy who ran from ministry. Let's also take a look at another guy who ran away. And we don't know what happened... Real people. Real places. Real times. Inspired by Real People in Scripture. https://unionchurchhonduras.com/ If you want to know more about our ministry, contact us!

There was a man who was born blind. Or was he? And why is SPIT such an important part of his story? Join us for a few minutes as we look at the life of this real person, who lived in a real place, at a very real time. Inspired by Real People in Scripture. https://unionchurchhonduras.com/ If you want to know more about our ministry, contact us!

WOW! Jesus chose to walk through Samaria. Did you know that some Pharisees and "religious people" would actually cross the Jordan River and walk up the other side (a good distance out of the way) in order to avoid doing this? When Jesus stopped, He met a woman at a well. He spoke with this woman and communicated things to her that amazed her. But beyond that, He revealed things to her that convict...

Entering Jerusalem, Jesus saw a man and had mercy on him. But how did that man react? What was his response to being able to walk after 38 years? Does that reveal anything to us about our identity and how we live? Join us for a few minutes as we look at the life of this real person, who lived in a real place, at a very real time. Inspired by Real People in Scripture. https://unionchurchhonduras.co...

Peter was a fisherman. He first fished on the water. Then he fished on the land. Both jobs were important, but the latter was a very different type of fishing. We'll explore only a few key moments in Peter's life on this episode. Nevertheless, we hope it will bless you as you consider how this person responded to the call from the Christ as well as how you will respond. Join us for a few minutes a...

Do you have a "reputation"? Is it a GOOD reputation?  John had a reputation as a "Son of Thunder". He and his brother wanted to call down fire on a Samaritan village. And then, he became different. Very, very different... Join us for a few minutes as we look at the life of this real person, who lived in a real place, at a very real time. Inspired by Real People in Scripture.  https://unionchurchho...

Did you know that Andrew used to hang out with John the Baptist? Did you know that he and John (the future Apostle) were J.B.'s disciples?  There are a few things we can learn about this man who perhaps could be called "the second". He was second to his older, much more extroverted brother but there were other ways in which he did the simplest things in the most secondary ways. Join us for a few m...

Walking along the road, depressed and struggling, two people met the Resurrected Christ. What happens next? How did his testimony shine light on the Truth? Inspired by Real People in Scripture. 🌟📖 https://unionchurchhon...​ If you want to know more about our ministry, contact us!

A relative of Jesus was used by God to fulfill prophecies of "an Elijah" who was to come and prepare the way of the Lord. There is an aspect of this person's life that stands out to me. His role was to be the "Shoshobin" or, as we might say today, the best man. Join us for a few minutes as we consider how we might become less so that Jesus can become more. Thanks for listening to another glimpse i...

There are so many incredible aspects of faith in this encounter between Jesus and a Roman leader. The man who held the earthly power, recognized that One with power much greater than his was present. And, recognizing that power, he said something that caused Jesus to marvel. Let’s reflect on this moment. https://unionchurchhon...​ If you want to know more about our ministry, contact us!

There are so many questions to ask about the earthly parents of Jesus.   - What did they talk about before Jesus was born?   - How did they respond to people who acted as if they had sinned?   - Did they ever get frustrated that they didn't live a "normal" life? On this episode of Real People in Scripture, we'll ask some of those questions as well as going back in time to reflect on what it might...

When I read about the lives of the prophets, I can't help but wonder WHY? - Why did Ezekiel have to lay on his side for over a year? - Why did Jeremiah have to bury a new linen belt? - Why did Isaiah have to wear sackcloth? There is a very important reason behind those acts. It's something that we should understand as we are seeking to live lives that reflect our faith. Listen to another glimpse i...

In the Gospels, we read of a woman who had been subject to bleeding for 12 years. Spending everything, she was left as an outcast with nothing. Why did she take the risk to reach out and touch the hem of Jesus' cloak? Was there a special significance to that act and did it factor into Jesus' eventual reply to her? Listen to another glimpse into the lives of Real People, who live in Real Pl...

What's a magi? How many were there? What's up with Herod the Great? A group, perhaps the spiritual descendants of Daniel, traveled a great distance to meet the new king. The current king wasn't very happy about that. Listen to another glimpse into the lives of Real People, who live in Real Places, at very Real Times.   Inspired by Real People in Scripture.  https://unionchurchhonduras....

Nicodemus was a Pharisee who, unlike some of his fellow teachers, was on a quest for the Messiah. Seeing what Jesus had done and hearing how Jesus taught, he went to visit Jesus and talk. The conversation took a very "absurd" and radical turn. However, once he grasped the spiritual part, the door was open for him to be born again.   Inspired by Real People in Scripture.  https://unionchu...

Joshua lived in the shadow of Moses. Moses had been the one whom God used to bring the Israelites out of Egypt. But as Joshua took them into the Promised Land 40 years later, He needed to remember one key detail about Who was now with him. Inspired by Real People in Scripture. 🌟📖 https://unionchurchhon...​ If you want to know more about our ministry, contact us! 🌿

following the True God. And so, she took a step of faith.  Do you know what happened? Are you willing to take those steps as well? Inspired by Real People in Scripture. 🌟📖 https://unionchurchhonduras.com/ If you want to know more about our ministry, contact us! 🌿

Anna. An elderly widow. Dedicated to God. Being present and waiting for God.   It may seem odd, but when we look at her life, we see someone who was willing to be present. God then gave her an incredible gift in knowing the Savior. Inspired by Real People in Scripture. 🌟📖 https://unionchurchhonduras.com/ If you want to know more about our ministry, contact us! 🌿