The Gospel of John tells of Mary Magdalene who, upon discovering the empty tomb, is panicked by the idea the Lord has been “taken away” (John 20:13). First she deals with Jesus’ death, and now the possibility someone has stolen his body, perhaps as some cheap stunt. Whatever hope she had placed in Jesus seems READ MORE
Theology
Posts relating to a wide-range of doctrinal matters
Gospel Clarity
The gospel encompasses God’s total rescue and restoration through Jesus–yes, from sin; and yes, to a new consecrated community. READ MORE
On Earth as it is in Heaven
Our world is starving for answers to ethnic trauma. There is none better than the church of the bloodied and risen Lamb to address this. READ MORE
Prayer and Sovereignty
Our sovereign God, who orders the affairs of existence per our good and His glory, welcomes our most robust and faith-filled prayers. READ MORE
Reflections on Suffering
The great Apostle Peter once wrote, “Therefore, let those who suffer according to God’s will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good” (1 Peter 4:19). Clearly Peter understood two very important things: when we do the will of God suffering may come (contrary to the whole health and wealth narrative), and God READ MORE
A Weary World Rejoices
Though weary, we rejoice, for Christ our Savior has come. READ MORE