“I Will Arise on the Third Day.”
Jesus told his disciples on at least three occasions in Scripture, "The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, be crucified, and on the third…
Eastertide – Minds Opened
Last week, we remembered the great rejoicing that the two from Emmaus felt when they realized they had been with the risen Lord. ("Eastertide - Burning Hearts") They hastened back…
Eastertide – The Men
In this Eastertide, we thought last week about the women, but what of the men? We know John was at the cross because Jesus spoke directly to him, asking John to care…
Hard Times, Good Times
Today's title fits every life and particularly our present shared condition. These days give new meaning to being "shut-ins." Right? We will interrupt our study of the individual disciples and…
The Hope of Spring
On the way to our subdivision, trees line the road and, in many places, form an arch over you—lush and green in the summer. But in winter, the dark, bare limbs…
Easter – Heart Warming Joy!
What? Are we still on Easter? I thought that was last Sunday. No, friends, the reality of the resurrection stays with us—always. I could choose from many resurrection scenes: Mary Magdalene…
Easter – I Have Seen the Lord!
After the confusion of the trial, the persecution, the cross, and fearing for their own lives, I picture the disciples huddled together in the upper room with the doors locked.…
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, He Is Risen Indeed!
After the arrest of Jesus, most of the disciples fled the scene. Perhaps they returned to the upper room where they last spent time with Jesus. I picture them sitting…