From this gospel story eight items arise as evidences that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is legitimate. READ MORE
Peter
Does Jesus Not Care?
Does Jesus not care? Ah, but he commands even the most difficult, unruly thing that seems it will never be commanded. 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
But Simon Kept Walking
Seeing no one, Simon followed the mob. And as he went the Master’s words rang in his ears. Pray so that you will not fall into temptation. READ MORE
Munus Triplex and the Crucifixion
The geography was made for the moment. Caesarea Philippi, located 25 miles north of the Sea of Galilee, was a place of unusual significance. No mere spot on the road, this city had been built up by Philip II, the son of Herod the Great. In honor of Caesar Augustus he called it Caesarea, and READ MORE
Tranformation vs. Transaction
Luke 8 provides a vivid contrast between a transactional life and a transformational life. Consider these moments on a city street, as described in Luke 8:42-48 in The Message: Jesus went with him, making his way through the pushing, jostling crowd. In the crowd that day there was a woman who for twelve years had READ MORE