http://www.rbc.org/ http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/08/weekly-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/08/weekly-message.aspx Jesus doesn’t settle for spiritual shortcuts—He has a total solution in mind for your problems. Yet when you come up with your own plans for “helping” Jesus, you’re guaranteed to find yourself at a dead end. Teacher Joe Stowell leads you through the story in Matthew 16 by taking a closer look at Peter’s great statement of faith, as he declares to Jesus: “You are the Messiah.” You’ll see it doesn’t take long before Peter detours from that declaration and finds himself at a dead end, as Jesus warns him: “You do not have in mind the things of God, but the things of men.” Be encouraged knowing that, as your Champion, Jesus has a far greater plan in mind for you than you could ever imagine. This is part of the Cracking the Jesus Code sermon series. Strength for the Journey is a series of practical and thought-provoking weekly messages featuring the Bible teaching of Joe Stowell. Approx. Length: 20 minutes. Joe Stowell Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/06/daily-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/06/daily-message.aspx Weekend EditionNovember 6 - 8, 2009Normally, my favorite way to drive a speedboat is full-tilt, skipping across the water with the wind in my face. But this time my usual penchant for speed was tempered by the precious cargo being towed behind the boat—two of my granddaughters, Sophie, who is 4, and Maggie, who is 6, were . . . Joe Stowell Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/05/daily-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/05/daily-message.aspx There are a few hymns that I really like, and “Amazing Grace” is one of them. But somehow, like so many other familiar tunes, the weight of the words soon gets lost in our familiarity with the song. From bagpipe bands, to presidential events, to . . . Joe Stowell Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/04/daily-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/04/daily-message.aspx The early days of November in America signals election time, when the politicians maneuver for votes and the people cast their ballot for their favorite candidates. And, like it or not, for the next few years we are stuck with whoever wins. If it’s not our kind of candidate, Christians . . . Joe Stowell Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/03/daily-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/03/daily-message.aspx Don’t forget to vote!We have all heard that call to good citizenship. But beyond being a good citizen, being a good follower of Jesus means that we don’t forget to pray for our leaders. When we do pray, it just may . . . Joe Stowell Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/02/daily-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/02/daily-message.aspx A lot of us long to see the day when our country returns to its moral foundations. Yet, as wonderful as it would be to see a nation reclaimed for God and the principles of His Word, if it were simply a political victory that reinstates rules of better behavior, the changes would only be . . . Joe Stowell Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/01/weekly-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/11/01/weekly-message.aspx Discover the many ways Jesus is your Champion as you dig into God’s Word with teacher Joe Stowell. There are moments in life when you feel flat out overwhelmed, and you need someone to rescue you. When Jesus asked Peter the question “Who do you say that I am?” in Matthew 16, He had in mind that He is that rescuer. This message will help you realize that no moment in life is too much for you, because you do indeed have someone who has already won the victory. This message is part of the Cracking the Jesus Code sermon series. Strength for the Journey is a series of practical and thought-provoking weekly messages featuring the Bible teaching of Joe Stowell. Approx. Length: 20 minutes. Joe Stowell Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/30/daily-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/30/daily-message.aspx Weekend EditionOctober 30 - November 1, 2009The little airfield affectionately referred to as “Kokomo International” is hardly the bustling hub of a major metropolis. But it was my best option for getting to Grand Rapids, where I was slated to . . . Joe Stowell Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/29/daily-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/29/daily-message.aspx When Paul advised the Philippians that they should “rejoice in the Lord” he wasn’t telling them to be 24/7 “happy in Jesus” smile machines. I don’t know about you, but people who walk around with a . . . Joe Stowell Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/28/daily-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/28/daily-message.aspx If Jesus were to walk into your town today, I wonder what kind of people He would attract. If you were like the rest of us, you’d probably expect all the well-put-together churchgoers to show up and occupy the . . . Joe Stowell Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/27/daily-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/27/daily-message.aspx There we were, sitting in the middle of a statewide meeting for ministry leaders when the pastor of a large church leaned over and said to me, “You know, Joe, your hair is too long for you to be able to . . . Joe Stowell Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/26/daily-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/26/daily-message.aspx One of my all-time favorite memories about our kids was the time that my 7-year-old daughter Libby asked, “Daddy, are we famous?” My immediate response was, “No, Libby, we’re not famous.” She thought about it for a second and indignantly said, . . . Joe Stowell Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/25/weekly-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/25/weekly-message.aspx Discover two privileges you enjoy because you are found “in Christ” in this continuing message on 2 Corinthians 5:17. Last week you heard Joe Stowell define being “in Christ” as having access to and participation in all that He is and all that He offers you. In this week’s message, you’ll rejoice knowing that Jesus secured our freedom because of His victory over sin at the cross. Joe reminds you that you can live each day with the assurance that you are sheltered in Christ’s protective arms, even through the storms of life. This message is part of the All Things New sermon series. Strength for the Journey is a series of practical and thought-provoking weekly messages featuring the Bible teaching of Joe Stowell. Approx. Length:  20 minutes.  Joe Stowell Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.rbc.org/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/23/daily-message.aspx @/bible-study/strength-for-the-journey/2009/10/23/daily-message.aspx Weekend EditionOctober 23 - 25, 2009Is it just me, or does it seem like Americans have become increasingly fascinated with things like mountain climbing, white-water rafting, rappelling, and other treacherous activities? Anyone with a desire to explore the rugged realities of nature can . . . Joe Stowell Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST