Awe Illustrations
4649 illustrations evoking awe
Thinking About Wisdom - Teaching Material
Proverbs 3:5-6 invites us into a profound relationship with God, urging us to trust not in our own understanding but to lean into His wisdom. Imagine a child standing at the edge of a swimming pool, hesitant to dive in....
Quiet Time: Humility - Story
Imagine a young potter working diligently at his wheel, clay spinning under his gentle touch. As he molds the lump into a vessel, he understands the importance of working with the clay, not against it. Each press, each gentle pull,...
Theological Perspective: Perseverance - Commentary
Isaiah 40:31 beautifully assures us that “those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.” This verse speaks profoundly to our journey of faith—a journey filled with moments of decision-making, doubt, and perseverance. Think of an eagle, soaring high...
Theological Perspective: Salvation - Teaching Material
Isaiah 40:31 offers us a beautiful promise: "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." This...
The Doctrine of Righteousness - Commentary
As we gather today, let us turn our hearts towards the profound truth embedded in Galatians 5:22-23, where the Apostle Paul speaks of the fruits of the Spirit. These virtues—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—are more...
Quiet Time: Faithfulness - Biblical Insight
As we consider the promise of Isaiah 40:31, we are invited into a deeper understanding of faithfulness. “Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength; they will soar on wings like eagles.” Picture the majesty of an eagle,...
Nature Illustration: Seasons of Growth and Rest
There is a small garden at the edge of my backyard, a patch of earth that tells a beautiful story each year. In early spring, it bursts forth with life — delicate buds unfurling, the earth awakening from its long...
Daily Reflection: Wisdom - Prayer
When we think of wisdom, we often picture an ancient sage, perhaps sitting beneath a gnarled tree, deep in thought. Yet, true wisdom springs not from mere knowledge but from a heart attuned to *agape*, or selfless love, as Paul...
Theological Perspective: Self-control - Church Context
Self-control is a profound expression of faith, especially when viewed through the lens of community within the church. Romans 8:28 assures us that “in all things God works for the good of those who love him.” This promise invites us...
Thinking About Grace - Commentary
Grace is a profound gift, encapsulated beautifully in Ephesians 2:8-9: “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.” These words invite...
Thinking About Love - Commentary
As we delve into the profound truth of 2 Timothy 1:7—“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind”—we encounter a divine invitation to understand love as a...
Faith and Compassion - Commentary
As we reflect on the profound words of 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, we uncover the essence of what it means to live out our faith through love and compassion. The Apostle Paul paints a vivid picture of love—*agape*, a selfless, unconditional...
Thinking About Self-control - Teaching Material
Consider for a moment the incredible gift of grace described in Ephesians 2:8-9, where we are reminded that salvation is God’s work, not ours. "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is...
Nature Illustration: Light and Darkness
As I stood on the edge of a vast forest just at dawn, the first light of day broke over the horizon, casting golden rays that pierced through the thick canopy. It was a breathtaking moment, witnessing the transition from...
The Doctrine of Peace - Church Context
"Be still, and know that I am God." This command from Psalm 46:10 is a profound invitation into the heart of divine peace. It is as if the Lord beckons us to a sacred space where the noise of life...
Reflecting on Salvation - Church Context
As we reflect on Psalm 23, we find ourselves enveloped in the profound mercy of God—a mercy that doesn't merely absolve us of our sins but actively leads us into the verdant pastures of His grace. "The Lord is my...
The Doctrine of Grace - Teaching Material
"Be still, and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10) calls us into a sacred pause, an invitation to experience the depths of divine grace. This stillness is not passive; it is an active engagement with God’s presence. In our...
Reflecting on Salvation - Teaching Material
As we reflect on the tender words of Psalm 23, we are drawn into a profound understanding of salvation. "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." This opening line invites us into a relationship marked by trust and...
Reflecting on Justice - Church Context
When we turn to Romans 8:28, we find a profound assurance: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” This verse isn’t merely...
Faith and Self-control - Church Context
As we gather today, let us reflect on the profound connection between self-control and our walk of faith, particularly as we consider Joshua 1:9, where God commands Joshua to “be strong and courageous.” This call is not merely about physical...
The Doctrine of Humility - Commentary
Humility is not merely a character trait; it is a profound spiritual reality deeply woven into the fabric of love as described in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7. Here, Paul presents love not as a feeling but as a series of actions...
Thinking About Faithfulness - Commentary
Imagine a young mother, weary yet hopeful, cradling her newborn in the stillness of night. Each soft coo and gentle sigh reminds her that this tiny life is woven into the grand tapestry of God's creation. Romans 8:28 echoes in...
Thinking About Goodness - Commentary
Proverbs 3:5-6 invites us into a profound relationship of trust with God: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths...
The Doctrine of Forgiveness - Commentary
Forgiveness, a gift we receive yet often struggle to extend, rests at the heart of our faith. Ephesians 2:8-9 reminds us, “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of...