Category Archives: Easter
Sunday Soaking: Glory to God, Peace for Us
Glory to God in the highest,and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.Luke 2:14 The heavenly chorus sang the birth announcement of Jesus, proclaiming not only his birth but the prophetic purpose of His death. The coming … Continue reading
Sunday Soaking: “Make Every Effort” This Passion Week
Let us therefore make every effortto do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.Romans 14:19 Make every effortto keep the unity of the spirit through the bond of peace.Ephesians 4:3 If it is possible, as far as it depends … Continue reading
Sunday Soaking: Trinity in the Great Commission
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with … Continue reading
He Has Risen!
It was the women who showed up first thing Sunday morning. They were rewarded by being the first to hear the news: He is not here; He is risen, just as he said. Matthew 28:6 The angel made it clear: … Continue reading
“It is finished.”
“It is finished.” These words of Jesus are recorded in John 19:30. His work on earth is complete. He was born to die. Each day of His life in this world was a step in His journey to the Cross. … Continue reading
LOOK….and LIVE!
The LORD said to Moses, “Make a snake and put it up on a pole; anyone who is bitten can look at it and live.” Numbers 21:8 No real surprise to see the Israelites, yet again spiral downward to grumbling … Continue reading
The Cross of Christ: Intersection, Substitution, Completion (Part 2)
For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. II Corinthians 5:22 We’re focusing on three words as we meditate on the Cross: Intersection Substitution Completion … Continue reading
Christ in the Crisis, Christ in MY Crisis
“Abba”, Father,” he said, “everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will.” Mark 14:36 Unlike the crises you and I face, Jesus knew what was coming. If I had … Continue reading
The Lamb of God
“Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” John 1:29b I’m reading through the book of Leviticus – the handbook, if you will, for the Jewish priests. It is tedious, legalistic, and full of picky … Continue reading
