The Rest of the Story
After living with the word "Write!" for awhile (see last week's post), I began a study of the book of Matthew for several months. I found myself attracted to the…
On the Road to Emmaus
Before we leave the cross and the resurrection, let's take a look at two followers who had been in Jerusalem, experienced the crucifixion, and heard from the women that, not…
Peter, Redeemed
Searching His Word Seeking His Heart While Peter was surprised and thrilled that Jesus had risen and appeared bodily before the disciples, there must have been a tinge…
Peter, the Denials
Last week, after Peter's debacle with cutting off Malchus' ear, we heard John's testimony that Jesus said, 11 "Put away your sword! Shall I not drink the cup the Father…
Peter, To the Rescue
Peter and the disciples have had at least three warnings that Jesus will be betrayed, turned over to the Romans, flogged, and killed, but will rise again. In spite of…
Peter, Warnings
Peter continues to learn and grow from Jesus' example and teachings, but on one day, he can't quite grasp what Jesus is about to tell the twelve disciples. Jesus has…
Peter, the Up and Down Disciple
As we move toward Easter this month, we will look at events through the eyes of Peter. We saw him begin this journey by confessing his sin to Jesus. (See…
Simon Peter, at the Sea of Galilee
No doubt Peter and his fellow fishermen often sailed in from a night's fishing as the sun came up across the Sea of Galilee. Perhaps they saw "Dancing Diamonds." (See last…
Connecting
Two days until Valentine's Day. Have you connected with your loved one this week? Figured out something that would mean a lot to a friend? In order to have genuine…
Commitment Indeed
Today we turn to the third and final mention of Nicodemus in John's Gospel. We are at the tomb of Jesus. Joseph of Arimathea has come to bury his body.…