A collection of daily Bible commentaries from GoServ Global co-FOunder, Terry Baxter
Postures of Prayer
May 27, 2026
Three Postures of Prayer:
I heard a very intriguing message on prayer recently. It talked about three different postures or dimensions of approaching God in prayer. Let me briefly pass on the blessing.
First, we approach Him as Father from the vantage point of a son or daughter. (Luke 11-2-4) In this posture we come before Him in the “Abba Father” mode. (See Mark 14:36, Romans 8:15 and Galatians 4:6) This goes straight to the heart of Father God.
Second, we approach Him from the vantage point of a friend. (Luke 11:5-8) In this relationship we come before Him from a position of trust and favor. (See John 15:16-16) This was the position often used by Moses and David in the Old Testament. God wants to be our friend.
Finally, we approach Him in as an advocate seeking legal protection. (Luke 18:1-8) This story emphasizes the need for legal protection against an opponent or an accuser. According to Revelation 12:10, Satan seeks to accuse us before God both day and night. According to 1 John 2:1-2, Jesus is both our advocate and propitiation.
We need Jesus because His work on the cross cancelled out the certificate of debt against us. (See Colossians 2:13-15) The biblical backdrop to this kind of praying looks more like the scene in a courtroom.
These three insights are having an impact in my prayer life. I had never heard this teaching previously. These three postures of prayer resonate within me.
I am starting to consciously approach God in these three ways according to the need or merit of the occasion. They are deepening my walk with God in the Spirit. I trust they will be a blessing to you.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
I heard a very intriguing message on prayer recently. It talked about three different postures or dimensions of approaching God in prayer. Let me briefly pass on the blessing.
First, we approach Him as Father from the vantage point of a son or daughter. (Luke 11-2-4) In this posture we come before Him in the “Abba Father” mode. (See Mark 14:36, Romans 8:15 and Galatians 4:6) This goes straight to the heart of Father God.
Second, we approach Him from the vantage point of a friend. (Luke 11:5-8) In this relationship we come before Him from a position of trust and favor. (See John 15:16-16) This was the position often used by Moses and David in the Old Testament. God wants to be our friend.
Finally, we approach Him in as an advocate seeking legal protection. (Luke 18:1-8) This story emphasizes the need for legal protection against an opponent or an accuser. According to Revelation 12:10, Satan seeks to accuse us before God both day and night. According to 1 John 2:1-2, Jesus is both our advocate and propitiation.
We need Jesus because His work on the cross cancelled out the certificate of debt against us. (See Colossians 2:13-15) The biblical backdrop to this kind of praying looks more like the scene in a courtroom.
These three insights are having an impact in my prayer life. I had never heard this teaching previously. These three postures of prayer resonate within me.
I am starting to consciously approach God in these three ways according to the need or merit of the occasion. They are deepening my walk with God in the Spirit. I trust they will be a blessing to you.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
Ever Increasing Fruitfulness
May 26, 2026
Ever Increasing Fruitfulness.
“8) My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit, and so prove to be My disciples.” John 15:8
Let me paraphrase that verse” “By this is the vinedresser glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples.”
The fruitfulness of the vineyard is a reflection of the vinedresser. The Father is active in our lives to make us fruitful. He is for us and not against us.
Our part in the context is to abide in Christ, consume His Word, and let the Father do His work. As we align ourself with Him, amazing things start happening. The result is ever increasing fruitfulness.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
“8) My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit, and so prove to be My disciples.” John 15:8
Let me paraphrase that verse” “By this is the vinedresser glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples.”
The fruitfulness of the vineyard is a reflection of the vinedresser. The Father is active in our lives to make us fruitful. He is for us and not against us.
Our part in the context is to abide in Christ, consume His Word, and let the Father do His work. As we align ourself with Him, amazing things start happening. The result is ever increasing fruitfulness.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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The Miracle of Pruning
May 25, 2026
The Miracle of Pruning
““1) I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. 2) Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bear more fruit.” John 15:1-2
I am new to tree husbandry and pruning. Over the past several years I have planted a number of fruit trees.
My first was a cherry tree. I was scared to prune it. Soon it grew a bunch of stray shoots and went wild. I have never gotten any fruit from it.
Then I added some apple trees, peach and pear trees. After reading this text and watching some YouTube videos about pruning, late last fall I rolled up my sleeves and went to work.
Some of the older trees got serious pruning. The newer ones were also groomed. I felt bad. The trees looked empty. I thought I had ruined them.
This spring a miracle started happening. They blossomed like crazy. New branches miraculously appeared. The trees look fuller and healthier. It looks like a bumper crop is developing.
The Father is an experienced vinedresser. He prunes us to make us better and to bring out our full potential. He cuts away things that will hurt us in the long run.
Trust Him. He knows what He is doing. As you place yourself in His hands, you will start bearing amazing fruit.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
““1) I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. 2) Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bear more fruit.” John 15:1-2
I am new to tree husbandry and pruning. Over the past several years I have planted a number of fruit trees.
My first was a cherry tree. I was scared to prune it. Soon it grew a bunch of stray shoots and went wild. I have never gotten any fruit from it.
Then I added some apple trees, peach and pear trees. After reading this text and watching some YouTube videos about pruning, late last fall I rolled up my sleeves and went to work.
Some of the older trees got serious pruning. The newer ones were also groomed. I felt bad. The trees looked empty. I thought I had ruined them.
This spring a miracle started happening. They blossomed like crazy. New branches miraculously appeared. The trees look fuller and healthier. It looks like a bumper crop is developing.
The Father is an experienced vinedresser. He prunes us to make us better and to bring out our full potential. He cuts away things that will hurt us in the long run.
Trust Him. He knows what He is doing. As you place yourself in His hands, you will start bearing amazing fruit.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
A Case For Supernaturalism
May 24, 2026
A Case For Supernaturalism
“1) In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” Genesis 1:1
The Bible was written against the backdrop of supernaturalism. The very first verse introduces God. By definition “God” is supernatural.
He is eternal, all powerful, all knowing, all present and all knowing. He created everything.
According to Romans 1:20-21, this was the philosophical foundation of human civilization. As mankind drifted away from this knowledge of God, rapid moral and social decline followed.
History records many resets and returning to the fundamental knowledge of God. The flood of Noah’s day is a primary example.
The drift always includes replacing the truth about “God” with inferior religious systems and some form of humanism.
Let’s take a major leap forward and talk about the modern western church. How could the modern western church come to the hypothesis that “God no longer does miracles today.”
The answer is that supernaturalism has been replaced by naturalism. “God” has been sanitized and replaced by evolutionary naturalism.
So why doesn’t the western church experience many miracles today? The simple answer is that it no longer believers in a supernatural God who does miracles.
It has taken me years to recover from the theological naturalism propagated through the western church. My faith is growing immensely as I am rediscovering the supernatural God of the Bible.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
“1) In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” Genesis 1:1
The Bible was written against the backdrop of supernaturalism. The very first verse introduces God. By definition “God” is supernatural.
He is eternal, all powerful, all knowing, all present and all knowing. He created everything.
According to Romans 1:20-21, this was the philosophical foundation of human civilization. As mankind drifted away from this knowledge of God, rapid moral and social decline followed.
History records many resets and returning to the fundamental knowledge of God. The flood of Noah’s day is a primary example.
The drift always includes replacing the truth about “God” with inferior religious systems and some form of humanism.
Let’s take a major leap forward and talk about the modern western church. How could the modern western church come to the hypothesis that “God no longer does miracles today.”
The answer is that supernaturalism has been replaced by naturalism. “God” has been sanitized and replaced by evolutionary naturalism.
So why doesn’t the western church experience many miracles today? The simple answer is that it no longer believers in a supernatural God who does miracles.
It has taken me years to recover from the theological naturalism propagated through the western church. My faith is growing immensely as I am rediscovering the supernatural God of the Bible.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
The Books of Enoch and Jubilees
May 23, 2026
So what about the books of Enoch and Jubilees?
“14) It was also about these men that Enoch, in the seventh generation from Adam, prophesied, saying, “Behold, the Lord came with many thousands of His holy ones, 15) to execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the ungodly of all their ungodly deeds which they have done in an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things which ungodly sinners have spoken against Him.”” Jude 1:14-15
I am getting many questions in recent years about the book of Enoch, the book of Jubilees and other writings not included in the modern Protestant Bible. The end time flood gates are being opened. Let’s face these questions head on.
It should be noted that these books were included in the 1611 King James Translation. The Ethiopian Bible which was not affected by western influences still has them in their Bible. Portions of the book of Enoch and Jubilees were found among the Dead Sea Scrolls. This points to their ancient origin.
In the above text, Jude clearly quoted from the book of Enoch. This implies that the early church was familiar with the book of Enoch.
So how do I approach these books? I look at them as valid ancient manuscripts that have historical value. I do not put them on the level of Inspired Scripture. I do not preach or teach from them. I have casually read them and appreciate the fact that they undergird the biblical record.
This is especially true when it comes to understanding the world that perished during the flood of Noah. The two books mentioned above clarify Genesis 6, help explain the angels that fell and the origin of the Nephilim.
Both 2 Peter 2:4-5 and Jude 6-7 present the same biblical interpretation of these events. But let me fill in the bigger historical picture that caused these books and many Bible stories to be scorned and challenged by modern critics.
As the theory of evolution gained a following in the west, a philosophy known as “naturalism” became the new world view. It basically screamed that there is a natural explanation for everything and there is no longer a place for the existence of God or the supernatural realm in understanding and interpreting history.
Soon, this view was adopted by western theologians. As it gained momentum both in secular and sacred circles, it gave rise to atheism, naturalism and humanism.
What was the outcome? Shortly a movement called “higher criticism” was birthed that set out to remove everything supernatural from the Bible and get rid of all ancient writing that suggested a Supernatural view of history and the origin of life.
Nothing was left untouched by the zeal of this movement. Even the fossil records were scrubbed and sanitized. For example, the Bible talks about giants in the earth. A number of giant skeletons were found during the founding of the United States, but after being turned over to notable universities and museums, they suddenly vanished. Why? They challenged the evolutionary narrative and gave credence to the Bible. There are hundreds of other examples of this zealous purging.
So let’s get back to our subject. The books of Jubilee, Enoch and other extant historical manuscripts do not fit a naturalistic world view. They present a very supernatural view of history. They challenge the theory of evolution and testify to the existence of both God and the devil.
In fact, all writings of antiquity challenge the modern naturalistic world view. Caution is highly advised because after the fall Satan set out to deceive nations with many false religions.
I follow the biblical historical record as undergirded strongly by the book of Jubilees and the book of Enoch. I reject the human origin narratives from the Sumerian clay tablets, Egyptian hieroglyphics and the Mayan ruins. These portray Satan’s attempt to deceive humanity. He did a thorough job of deceiving entire ancient civilizations. (See Romans 1:18-32)
So let me summarize. All historical records from every civilization undergird a Supernatural world view and strongly contest the fable of modern naturalism. Every civilization has a story of the flood.
The biblical text presents the true historical record and God’s plan for the salvation of humanity. Other ancient religious writings contain Satan’s lies and conspiracy to corrupt and deceive humanity.
The modern surge of interest in these subjects point to Satan’s end time conspiracy of confusion, but it also presents an open door for the gospel to those prepared to answer sincere questions.
The surge of interest in this subject proves another point; the boat of naturalism has many leaks and is sinking fast. People are searching for other answers.
For the Christian who face these questions head on, this represents a huge open door for the gospel. The book of Jude is more important today than any time in church history.
We need to contend earnestly for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. (Jude 3-4) The Bible is the anchor of truth. All other historical writings must be filtered through the proven biblical text.
Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior and I love His Word as recorded in the Bible. I meditate on it day and night. Through the study of the Bible you can know the truth and be set free. (John 8:31-32)
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
“14) It was also about these men that Enoch, in the seventh generation from Adam, prophesied, saying, “Behold, the Lord came with many thousands of His holy ones, 15) to execute judgment upon all, and to convict all the ungodly of all their ungodly deeds which they have done in an ungodly way, and of all the harsh things which ungodly sinners have spoken against Him.”” Jude 1:14-15
I am getting many questions in recent years about the book of Enoch, the book of Jubilees and other writings not included in the modern Protestant Bible. The end time flood gates are being opened. Let’s face these questions head on.
It should be noted that these books were included in the 1611 King James Translation. The Ethiopian Bible which was not affected by western influences still has them in their Bible. Portions of the book of Enoch and Jubilees were found among the Dead Sea Scrolls. This points to their ancient origin.
In the above text, Jude clearly quoted from the book of Enoch. This implies that the early church was familiar with the book of Enoch.
So how do I approach these books? I look at them as valid ancient manuscripts that have historical value. I do not put them on the level of Inspired Scripture. I do not preach or teach from them. I have casually read them and appreciate the fact that they undergird the biblical record.
This is especially true when it comes to understanding the world that perished during the flood of Noah. The two books mentioned above clarify Genesis 6, help explain the angels that fell and the origin of the Nephilim.
Both 2 Peter 2:4-5 and Jude 6-7 present the same biblical interpretation of these events. But let me fill in the bigger historical picture that caused these books and many Bible stories to be scorned and challenged by modern critics.
As the theory of evolution gained a following in the west, a philosophy known as “naturalism” became the new world view. It basically screamed that there is a natural explanation for everything and there is no longer a place for the existence of God or the supernatural realm in understanding and interpreting history.
Soon, this view was adopted by western theologians. As it gained momentum both in secular and sacred circles, it gave rise to atheism, naturalism and humanism.
What was the outcome? Shortly a movement called “higher criticism” was birthed that set out to remove everything supernatural from the Bible and get rid of all ancient writing that suggested a Supernatural view of history and the origin of life.
Nothing was left untouched by the zeal of this movement. Even the fossil records were scrubbed and sanitized. For example, the Bible talks about giants in the earth. A number of giant skeletons were found during the founding of the United States, but after being turned over to notable universities and museums, they suddenly vanished. Why? They challenged the evolutionary narrative and gave credence to the Bible. There are hundreds of other examples of this zealous purging.
So let’s get back to our subject. The books of Jubilee, Enoch and other extant historical manuscripts do not fit a naturalistic world view. They present a very supernatural view of history. They challenge the theory of evolution and testify to the existence of both God and the devil.
In fact, all writings of antiquity challenge the modern naturalistic world view. Caution is highly advised because after the fall Satan set out to deceive nations with many false religions.
I follow the biblical historical record as undergirded strongly by the book of Jubilees and the book of Enoch. I reject the human origin narratives from the Sumerian clay tablets, Egyptian hieroglyphics and the Mayan ruins. These portray Satan’s attempt to deceive humanity. He did a thorough job of deceiving entire ancient civilizations. (See Romans 1:18-32)
So let me summarize. All historical records from every civilization undergird a Supernatural world view and strongly contest the fable of modern naturalism. Every civilization has a story of the flood.
The biblical text presents the true historical record and God’s plan for the salvation of humanity. Other ancient religious writings contain Satan’s lies and conspiracy to corrupt and deceive humanity.
The modern surge of interest in these subjects point to Satan’s end time conspiracy of confusion, but it also presents an open door for the gospel to those prepared to answer sincere questions.
The surge of interest in this subject proves another point; the boat of naturalism has many leaks and is sinking fast. People are searching for other answers.
For the Christian who face these questions head on, this represents a huge open door for the gospel. The book of Jude is more important today than any time in church history.
We need to contend earnestly for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. (Jude 3-4) The Bible is the anchor of truth. All other historical writings must be filtered through the proven biblical text.
Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior and I love His Word as recorded in the Bible. I meditate on it day and night. Through the study of the Bible you can know the truth and be set free. (John 8:31-32)
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
Tanzania Update
May 22, 2026
Tanzania Update:
After seeking the Lord and telling the story, funds have not come in to cover the four Freedom Quest Workshops in Tanzania. The first two were the most costly because we needed to cover everything for the pastors from lodging and meals. These are in remote and poverty area’s.
It might be God saying that four full workshops in a month is too much. Therefore, I have made the decision to postpone the two workshops with YWAM until September or October.
Please keep these vital ministries in prayer. I am seeking to walk closely with Jesus on His perfect timing.
Terry Baxter Cofounder of GoServ Global
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After seeking the Lord and telling the story, funds have not come in to cover the four Freedom Quest Workshops in Tanzania. The first two were the most costly because we needed to cover everything for the pastors from lodging and meals. These are in remote and poverty area’s.
It might be God saying that four full workshops in a month is too much. Therefore, I have made the decision to postpone the two workshops with YWAM until September or October.
Please keep these vital ministries in prayer. I am seeking to walk closely with Jesus on His perfect timing.
Terry Baxter Cofounder of GoServ Global
Sent from my iPhone
