Resurrection
What Paul is saying in this passage is that resurrection is real and it matters.
What Paul is saying in this passage is that resurrection is real and it matters.
Regular meditation on the scriptures is like sinking our roots into that which gives life and helps us to flourish.
The question is whether the people we trust turn our hearts towards or away from God.
In this story, Jesus shows up in what must have been a very discouraging time for these fishermen—a time when their labors had not borne fruit.
Paul’s words are a beautiful reminder of the path the Gospel message has taken to finally arrive at your door.
I wonder how often our expression of praise is half-hearted. I wonder how often we say the words out of habit, giving them little thought.
Once Isaiah’s sin is burned away, he boldly answers God’s call with, “Here am I; send me!”
Here, Jesus’ community becomes so enraged at his challenging words, they're ready to throw him off a cliff.
Here, the psalmist offers praise for and confidence in God’s steadfast presence in life—experienced as shelter, rescue, and trustworthiness.