Recalling His Sacrifice

Celebrating the Resurrection is set against the sorrowful reality of the Cross. The depth of sorrow on Friday is a rich background for the skyrocketing joy of Sunday. I suggest that we stand at the foot of the Cross today as we prepare for Easter. Isaiah 53 is the most-quoted...

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Less is More

Math has never been my strong suit. When I was in school growing up, I gravitated towards music and preferred English classes. My dad, on the other hand, double majored in math and psychology. He has an analytical way of thinking and was an engineer for all his adult working...

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Eternal Provider

Past experiences often color our ability to anticipate goodness. I was fortunate as a child to have a great upbringing. There were triumphs, lots of space to play outside for hours, and a variety of friendships in the neighborhood, at church, and on ball teams. There were also knocks and...

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Initial, Perfect Love

The phrase, “I love you” is powerful. With it, we can communicate someone’s worth and significance. It can be used to express romantic feelings towards a significant other. And, there is nothing quite like the bond between a parent and a child. This is a selfless type of love, as...

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Our Faithful Foundation

Faithful people are anchored in God’s faithfulness. God’s faithfulness gives us a place to find rest. We depend on Him showing up, carrying out His promises, and being true to Himself. God’s faithfulness pulled the scarlet thread of redemption throughout Scripture. Human beings did not pass the baton to each...

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