“For in him (Jesus) all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross.” Colossians 1:19–20 What does it mean to be reconciled? One definition for reconciliation is "bringing again into unity, harmony, … Continue reading Reconciled
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Resurrection
The flowers are blooming, the birds are singing, and the pollen is persistently present. It is time to return to the outdoors, enjoy the sunshine, and revel in the bursts of life nature displays. Spring has sprung! One of the most wonderful parts of spring is the return of life we witness in nature. In … Continue reading Resurrection
“Father, Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit!”
This devotional is the last in a seven-part series leading up to Easter through the season of Lent. Each week’s devotional has focused on one of Jesus’ seven sayings from the cross. “Then Jesus, calling out with a loud voice, said, ‘Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!’ And having said this he breathed … Continue reading “Father, Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit!”
“It Is Finished”
This devotional is the sixth in a seven-part series leading up to Easter through the season of Lent. Each week’s devotional will focus on one of Jesus’ seven sayings from the cross. “When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, ‘It is finished,’ and he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.” John … Continue reading “It Is Finished”
“My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?”
This devotional is the fourth in a seven-part series leading up to Easter through the season of Lent. Each week’s devotional will focus on one of Jesus’ seven sayings from the cross. “And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, ‘Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?’ that is, ‘My God, my God, … Continue reading “My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?”
“Woman, Behold Your Son! Behold, Your Mother!”
This devotional is the third in a seven-part series leading up to Easter through the season of Lent. Each week’s devotional will focus on one of Jesus’ seven sayings from the cross. “When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to his mother, ‘Woman, behold, your son!’ Then … Continue reading “Woman, Behold Your Son! Behold, Your Mother!”
Rest in the Cross
In my hometown, the First Baptist Church sits at the center of the city. I have noticed on numerous recent occasions that a bird (or birds) likes to sit on the cross of this church’s steeple. This bird takes a break from its flight by sitting perched atop the cross. Although this bird does not … Continue reading Rest in the Cross
Lessons from the Dogwood Tree
Where I live, there are a lot of dogwood trees. I love to see these beautiful trees in full bloom in the spring. This year, I have noticed and been able to appreciate them more. These trees are unique in their flowering appearance, but their glory is short-lived. Their bloom may be admirable, but it … Continue reading Lessons from the Dogwood Tree