Today we are looking at a parable. Unlike other parables, Jesus names the people, like Lazarus and Abraham, and as a result its been debated if this is an actual window into the afterlife, or if
“Thy Kingdom Come" After celebrating Ascension, Pentecost, and Trinity Sunday, we may feel like the Christian calendar is over. In our circles, we actually call this season: Ordinary. There are no major Christian holidays from now
As we focus our attention to Trinity Sunday, talking about the theology of the Trinity moves into the realm of some of the most beautiful and most difficult theology we can approach as believers.
The Beautiful Journey of Discovering the Trinity The most beautiful things to behold are usually that which seem beyond comprehension. When thinking about something truly wonderful, awe sets in. If I stand before a Monet at
What the Holy Spirit gives us. We learn several things in this narrative about the Holy Spirit. 1. He brings the supernatural. 2. He causes us to focus on others. 3. He enables us to speak
The Deep Work of the Holy Spirit This week I walked into the sanctuary on Monday and things were different. The carpet in the sanctuary was being removed from the aisles and they were starting to
When Peter is writing to the churches in Asia Minor there is great persecution happening to them because of their Faith. The point of his letter is to encourage them to remember the hope they have
“You will be my witnesses” These are part of Christ’s last words to his disciples before he ascends to the Father. Last words are important. What someone who loves you says right before leaving you gives
This is an invitation is to enter intimacy with God that leads to rest. It has been made possible through his death, resurrection, ascension, and the coming of the HS at pentecost.
Ascension DayThis coming Thursday marks Ascension Day in the Church calendar. It is often neglected day in the church in general, but we celebrate faithfully and will be celebrating it May 12, along with Mother’s day.As
As Christians, we will face trials, just like we talked about last week. Right before this passage, James talks about our faith being refined through the trials and hardships. But now, in verse 13, he starts
The Draft in Pictures This week is a little different email. It’s been (and still is) a very busy weekend in downtown Detroit, as you all know. We thought we would just give you a pictorial