Today, Christians all over the world will celebrate Resurrection Day. I like that term better than “Easter” because it says specifically what we’re celebrating. The world observes Easter with egg hunts, candy, and tales about the Easter bunny because it’s all they know. We understand the real story. I don’t think it’s wrong to give …
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Would You Have Helped?
As we approach our celebrations of Jesus’ resurrection this weekend, we are also thinking much about the painful suffering Jesus endured. Lest we forget, the empty tomb that brings us so much hope and joy was the result of His agony and anguish. Have you ever thought about what you would have done during those …
Old-Fashioned Ideas
Are you ever accused of being old-fashioned, or out-of-date? To some people, that might be a derogatory term, but the older I get, and the crazier our world gets, the more I think it’s a great compliment! While I’m not anxious to return to some bygone clothing or hairstyles, there are a few “old-fashioned” things …
Then and Now
Today I finished up the gospel of Matthew, chapters 27-28. A total of 86 verses describes the two most important events in human history – the crucifixion of Jesus, and His resurrection. Jesus is delivered by the religious leaders into the hands of Pilate, the Roman governor. Judas sees that He has been condemned to …
Can You See Jesus?
Today’s read was Genesis 40-45, covering the story of Joseph from the time he was elevated to a position of authority while in jail until he reveals himself to his brothers and sends them to bring his father back to live in Goshen. The individual events in Joseph’s life are a treasure of illustrations and …
The Way Of The Word 