Awe Illustrations
4649 illustrations evoking awe
Reflecting on Wisdom - Church Context
As we gather in this sacred space, let us turn our hearts to Hebrews 11:1, which states, "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." This passage beautifully invites us to reflect on...
Thinking About Kindness - Church Context
As we delve into 2 Timothy 1:7, we encounter a profound truth: "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-discipline." This passage not only assures us of our identity in Christ but...
The Doctrine of Faith - Commentary
The passage from Matthew 28:19-20, often referred to as the Great Commission, compels us to step beyond the walls of our comfort and embrace the call of discipleship: "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations." Here, Jesus entrusts us...
Faith and Mercy - Church Context
As we gather today in this sacred space, let us turn our hearts to Joshua 1:9, where God commands, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your...
Theological Reflection: Reformed (Covenental) Lens Views on Christian Unity
Within the tapestry of Christian unity, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 offers us a profound perspective, revealing that love is the very thread that binds us together. The Apostle Paul writes, “Love is patient, love is kind; it does not envy, it...
Thinking About Faithfulness - Commentary
As we reflect on Psalm 23, we are invited into the profound depths of God's faithfulness. "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." This opening line captures a reality that transcends mere words. Imagine a weary traveler in...
Theological Perspective: Courage - Church Context
When the Apostle Paul declared, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13), he wasn’t merely offering an uplifting platitude. He was speaking from a place of profound experience, facing imprisonment and uncertainty. This is a...
Theological Perspective: Salvation - Teaching Material
When we turn our hearts to 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, we encounter a profound portrait of love that serves as a divine revelation of God’s grace and the fullness of our salvation. Paul reminds us that love is patient, kind, and...
Theology of Courage - Reflection
Isaiah 40:31 beautifully encapsulates the essence of courage for the faithful: “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...
Understanding Understanding - Application
What a profound promise we encounter in Romans 8:28: “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 scripture invites us into a...
Biblical Truth: Goodness - Commentary
Proverbs 3:5-6 invites us into a profound relationship with our Creator: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.” This...
The Meaning of Redemption - Reflection
When Jesus declares, “I am the way, the truth, and the life” (John 14:6), He reveals the profound depth of our redemption. This statement doesn’t merely function as a theological proposition; it is an invitation into a transformative relationship. The...
The Meaning of Wisdom - Reflection
In Galatians 5:22-23, the Apostle Paul presents us with the fruit of the Spirit, emphasizing that wisdom is intricately woven into the very fabric of our spiritual growth. Among love, joy, and peace, Paul includes self-control—a hallmark of wisdom in...
Biblical Truth: Peace - Commentary
Imagine a skilled potter at work, shaping a lump of clay into a vessel of purpose. Each twist of the wheel, every contour formed by gentle hands, showcases the potter's intimate knowledge of the clay and his vision for its...
The Meaning of Righteousness - Commentary
Righteousness, as articulated in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, transcends mere moral adherence; it is the very essence of love expressed through our actions and intentions. Paul invites us into a deeper understanding of what it means to embody this *agape* love—patient,...
Thinking About Humility - Church Context
As we reflect on humility within the context of our church life, let us turn our hearts to the profound words of Jesus in John 14:6, where He declares, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” This statement...
The Doctrine of Righteousness - Church Context
As we reflect on the profound truth of John 3:16, we are reminded that the heart of our faith rests in God’s righteous act of love. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son,”...
The Doctrine of Righteousness - Commentary
For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16) This profound passage reveals the heart of God’s righteousness, a righteousness not earned through...
Thinking About Love - Commentary
When we reflect on Ephesians 2:8-9, we encounter a profound truth about love and grace: “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...
The Doctrine of Righteousness - Teaching Material
When we reflect on Proverbs 3:5-6 — “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths” — we encounter a profound invitation...
Reflecting on Salvation - Commentary
Psalm 23 begins with a profound assurance: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” This imagery invites us into the heart of God’s mercy, illustrating that our salvation is not merely a transaction but a relationship. In a...
Reflecting on Faith - Commentary
Isaiah 40:31 whispers a profound 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.” Here, we...
Thinking About Wisdom - Commentary
As we turn our hearts to Proverbs 3:5-6, we encounter a profound invitation to trust in the Lord with all our hearts and not lean on our own understanding. This passage stirs a deep yearning in us—a longing for wisdom...
Thinking About Mercy - Teaching Material
When we reflect on 2 Timothy 1:7, we encounter a powerful assurance: “For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power and love and self-control.” This verse invites us into a deeper understanding of mercy and...