Posts tagged “Jesus”
You’re free
I don’t love the phrase, “Work Hard, Play Hard.” It might be because I like naps, and I’m not sure where those fit in….
Fast learners
Have you ever done a fast? Perhaps you’ve fasted for Lent or for your health or for a medical procedure. Fasting is coming back…
There’s power in the blood
“Thank you. Your blood donation today will save at least three lives,” said the cheerful young woman as I tried to ignore the large…
Victor not victim
Easter makes you a victor! Here’s how. Jesus took on death, not just as your enemy but his. He took on sin, not just…
Easter Really Happened—Historical and Logical Proof
During high school, I experienced a time of doubt. I don’t think I would have called myself an atheist, but I had questions: Is…
Bring your doubt
I don’t remember much about my Sunday school experiences as a kid, but I do remember one lesson in particular. The lesson was about…
Do not fear! Jesus is here (early)!
Jesus is never late. In fact, he sometimes shows up early. Remember what happened on Easter morning? “So the women hurried away from the…
Do not fear! Grace is here!
One of my favorite parts of the Easter story is Mary’s place in it. Before any of the apostles saw the empty tomb or…
Do not fear! Jesus isn’t there!
If my investigation was accurate, the angel was right. “The angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you…
A Lenten reflection
During high school, I loved the church season of Lent (the time leading up to Easter). As a way to remember Jesus’ sacrifice for…
The devil won’t get you
My family was driving through Alabama on our recent spring break trip when a billboard on I-65 suggested: “GO TO CHURCH! Or the Devil…
Tetelestai
Does Jesus need your help? On the cross he was beaten and bloody. A victim of injustice. Did he need your help on that…