From Condemnation to Hope
“I was nervous as all heck. I was thinking to myself, why did we sign up for this? But out loud, I said, ‘Ok, we need to pray before we go in.’ So, we did. It didn’t necessarily make it … Continued
A New Kind of Authority Offers a New Way of Life.
April, 27 AD Near the Sea of Galilee “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven” were just a few of the words the breeze carried down the mountain from where the Rabbi, known as … Continued
We believe her.
Samaritan woman claims to have met the Son of God April, 26 A.D Samaria A Galilean teacher is continuing to make waves. Early reports say he has rubbed shoulders with the elite and powerful in Jerusalem but seems to prefer … Continued
Hope as real yesterday as it is today.
If Jesus died over 2,000 years ago to save the world, then why do millions of people commemorate His accomplishment on a Sunday every spring? And why does this matter? Hasn’t the defeat of death and the battle for our … Continued
Easter Sunday
Daily Scriptures: Acts 10:34-43 34 Then Peter began to speak: “I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism 35 but accepts men from every nation who fear him and do what is right. 36 You … Continued
Man makes radical move away from his former life—and found his “home”.
February 2019 Natomas, CA I was a retired police sergeant, and I found myself in a very toxic relationship–one that drained almost everything and every penny that I had worked for. I prayed and held hope that this woman I … Continued
Day 40 of Lent – Holy Saturday
Holy Saturday is a day for us to reflect upon the powerful reality of Jesus’ death and prepare our hearts to celebrate His glorious resurrection. “Remember how He told you…” By: Joan Blandin Howard In the gospel of Luke, we … Continued
“It is Finished”
The nation grows silent after “savior’s” ominous last words. April, 28 A.D. Jerusalem The nation is still reeling from what was supposed to be a simple public spectacle like every other crucifixion. One Roman centurion gave us private insight … Continued
Day 39 of Lent – Good Friday
This day is called “Good Friday” because of the very goodness of Jesus as He carries out God’s will for our ultimate rescue. Today, as we reflect on the scriptures that tell the story of our redemption, I hope that … Continued
How washing feet can make you a better person.
Hot take on a humble lifestyle from the self-proclaimed King of Kings. April, 33 A.D. Jerusalem At Passover supper recently, Jesus stunned many of his closest followers by adopting a servant-like stance and wrapping a towel around his waist. Although … Continued