Lately, I find myself thinking a lot about spiritual readiness. Jesus frequently used the words asleep and awake to describe our spiritual readiness. Just before Jesus was betrayed he told his disciples that they would all fall away. Then Jesus told them, “This very night you will all fall away on account of me, for... Continue Reading →
Was Jesus Really the Promised Messiah?
During Holy Week I like to reflect on the Old Testament as I prepare for Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday because it is an awe-inspiring reminder of God's perspective and plan. Throughout the Old Testament little breadcrumbs are dropped through the dark and treacherous forest leading us to our redeemer Jesus Christ. The promised Messiah... Continue Reading →
Follow the Breadcrumbs
During Holy Week I like to reflect on the Old Testament as I prepare for Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday because it is an awe-inspiring reminder of God's perspective and plan. Throughout the Old Testament little breadcrumbs are dropped through the dark and treacherous forest leading us to our redeemer Jesus Christ. The promised Messiah... Continue Reading →
Stay Awake!
As I prepare my heart for Holy Week I find myself thinking a lot about spiritual readiness. Jesus frequently used the words asleep and awake to describe our spiritual readiness. Just before Jesus was betrayed he told his disciples that they would all fall away. Then Jesus told them, “This very night you will all... Continue Reading →