Judges 4:17-23 The resurrection of Jesus is a powerful drama. It isn’t a single event. What we celebrate on Easter morning is one aspect–albeit an important one–of the story of God. Pastors like me try to emphasize to our congregations all the events of Holy Week. Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and even…
Easter is a holiday, but resurrection is a promise of God’s power for you. Read Romans 8:11
1 Corinthians 5:6-8 We can come up with reasons, good or bad, to leave a church. Most of us, though, probably haven’t thought about when a church should ask you to leave. That sounds shocking, doesn’t it? Most of our churches are trying to hang on to as many people as we can. How could…
It is never the day after resurrection. It is always the day of resurrection. Read Romans 6:4
John 19:38-42 The preacher greeted everyone as they left worship one Sunday. He shook the hand of one man and said, “Brother, you need to join the Army of the Lord.” Smiling, the man said, “Pastor, I’m already enrolled.” The preacher asked, “Then why do I only see you in church two times a…
Your peace comes through Jesus as you learn to live in Jesus. Read Isaiah 53:5