Without hope under the law, condemned because of sin, and only being able to look forward to a future of unrelenting judgment, one’s future is miserably dismal. However, in Christ everything changes; in Christ there is hope for the believer; in Christ there is joy and peace for now and all eternity. “There is... Continue Reading →
Matthew 2.1-12
Following the birth of Jesus, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem looking for Him. They didn’t come to be a part of something new or to join a large group of people. They knew He was the “King of the Jews,” and they came to “worship Him” (Matthew 2.2). They came not... Continue Reading →
Jeremiah 6.1-20
The prophet spoke of coming judgment upon Judah; of the Lord’s working in their lives to draw them to Himself; of His prophets and their continued messages of repentance. But the people would not consider the past and listen to the words of the Lord; they would not return to following the Lord. “Thus... Continue Reading →
1 Thessalonians 1.1-10
In writing to the church at Thessalonica, Paul encouraged them in their walk with the Lord and the evidence of their salvation. His compassion for them was not with just words, but rooted in the depths of his heart. “We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly mentioning you in our... Continue Reading →
John 19.1-16
Jesus stood before Pilate and the Jews hoped He would be condemned to death; they hoped Pilate would bring an end to the controversy of faith. But Pilate did not follow their plan. As an outsider he ruled on what he saw to be true and failed to conscript a scenario to appease their sinful... Continue Reading →
