Lessons from the Monarch of the Sky

Whether enemies, friends or disciples, all who heard Jesus speak were left with the ball in their court: motivated, not forced, but challenged and inspired to follow God's will.

"I did not have within my own resources the ability to make it right with my neighbor!" What an awesome realization. What does it take for us to come to grips with the simple fact that our liability is far beyond our means! How much damage will take place before we take responsibility?

Isaiah 40:28-31 promises that those who wait upon the Lord will "renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint". What does it mean to "not grow weary"?

As Larry Guthrie illustrates, effectiveness comes at a very high cost—a personal cost. To make a point for someone else requires the accuracy, simplicity and practical application that grow out of my own real relationship with the Savior.