As we enter holy week, think on this: If Jesus would have said “no” to the cross, where would we be? I shutter at the thought of living without the hope, light, and peace of the crucifixion and empty grave. Instead, Jesus said “yes” because He cannot help His incredible love for us.
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Even Creation Worships Him
Picture this: Jesus is making His descent down the Mount of Olives on a colt toward Jerusalem. He knew this path would ultimately lead to suffering; nails in his hands and feet; a crown of thorns; betrayal from friends; and at the end, a cross He would not only have to carry but hang andContinue reading “Even Creation Worships Him”
Claiming the Cross
When I was younger, I thought I needed to constantly earn God’s love and attention by doing more and more. After I trusted Jesus to be my Savior and forgive my sins at age seven, I quickly misunderstood God’s grace in my everyday life. I would pray to God over and over asking Him toContinue reading “Claiming the Cross”
For the Times In-Between 