Let's not miss the humanity and reality of the women who prepared an honorable treatment of Jesus' body after He was crucified
Tag: Jesus
Rapid Changes
What would it have meant to remain near Jesus at His crucifixion, after things had turned upside down in less than a week's time?
Don’t Skip the Bad Parts
Even the accounts in the Bible that are tough to read have something to teach us.
Why Ask If You Know the Answer?
Sometimes, a question from God is a chance for us to change our direction for the better, rather than pretend that it doesn't apply to us
Clear Directions…or Not?
Did early followers of Jesus get to "cheat" because they received specific instructions from Him?
Command or Suggestion?
Are all Christians to give everything that they have to the church?
How Close Are You to the Kingdom?
Sometimes, we can get love and works backwards, even in our pursuit of the kingdom of God
Is Love the Most Important?
Jesus captured two commandments from Israel's history and confirmed the foundation of righteousness
Multiple Authorities?
When we know who is in charge of everything, delegated authority makes more sense
To Answer or Not to Answer
Some questions are just meant to cause trouble...
The Fruit of Faith and Forgiveness
We are each invited to the family of God for a purpose
Riled Up…for a Good Reason
Maybe the cleansing of the temple was about more than commercialization
Save Us!
A first-century proclamation still has meaning for us today
Would You Get Your Coat Dirty?
In the first century, Jesus' followers were willing to give up tangible things for Him. Are we?
Leave What You Don’t Need
Are you holding onto something that is holding you back?
Shouting, Shushing, or Supporting
Some things are worth shouting
Reason to Fear?
Being in Jesus' presence triggered some significant emotions in people, and it probably should for us, too
What Do You Have?
Sometimes, we need to focus on what God has given us, rather than trying to fill His role in a situation
Rest and Compassion
Rest is good - and divinely given - but there are times when our love for our neighbor means we choose to serve them even when we're tired
Authority and Ability; Faith and Humility
When Jesus gave His disciples authority over evil, that wasn't the end of His instructions
Those Who Sin Differently 