In an ordinary room with ordinary people, Jesus showed extraordinary love. The basin and the towel still invite us to kneel, serve, and love well.
Holy Week Tuesday – How Many Kings
Luke describes Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem with incredible contrast. The crowd’s attitude on Sunday is very different from what it will be on Friday. On Sunday, Jesus is welcomed with praise, celebration, and honor. Cloaks are laid on the road. Voices are lifted in worship.
Holy Week: Monday
Sin is not a popular topic in our culture. It is uncomfortable, often dismissed, and sometimes softened to feel less serious. Scripture is clear about the reality of sin:
Speak O Lord
Keith & Kristyn Getty and Stuart Townend are among my favorite hymn writers. They are modern composers who write in the traditional style of a hymn. Take time to really soak in the words.
Forgiveness – Love in Action
Forgiveness is often the hardest work we will ever do because it goes against our basic human nature. When we are wronged, our natural instinct screams for consequences. We feel it is our right to demand restitution, and if we’re being honest, sometimes we even crave a bit of revenge. We want the scales to be balanced by our own hands.
Throwback Thursday: Response to Comment
Originally posted March 10, 2009. Not the usual Throwback Thursday. I guess with the election this week, the government has come up in conversation. Okay, maybe it comes more than that, but usually it is because of the latest stupid thing they did. That seems like at least a daily occurrence with the current administration.
The Beauty of Messy Love
Authentic love isn't a transaction; it's a gift of grace that says "it's okay" to the mess. We love because Jesus first stepped into our brokenness to rescue us.
The Dee Zone 