Holy Week — Monday

“For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. God sent his Son into the world not to judge the world, but to save the world through him. John 3:16-17 (NLT) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9VPzjLFwzes And Can It … Continue reading Holy Week — Monday

Holy Week Theme: Love with No End

For me Holy Week is a time of reflection. For the past several weeks I've been struck by the depth of God's love. Love motivated God to create a plan for my redemption. Love was the reason he sent His only son to take my place. Love was why Christ willingly laid down His life. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjhOHs5CdkYContinue reading Holy Week Theme: Love with No End

Holy Week: Good Friday

Luke 23 records the details of Christ's trial and crucifixion. It was the climax of a week filled with activity and emotions, especially for Christ's followers.  His miracles and teachings had gained the attention of both the people and the religious leaders. The week began with Jesus entering Jerusalem to the greeting of the cheering … Continue reading Holy Week: Good Friday

Holy Week: Maundy Thursday

The Last Supper 14 And when the hour came, he reclined at table, and the apostles with him. 15 And he said to them, “I have earnestly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer. 16 For I tell you I will not eat it until it is fulfilled in the kingdom of God.” 17 And he … Continue reading Holy Week: Maundy Thursday

Holy Week: Wednesday

Because of grace... God sent his son. “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 ESV Christ took my place. 3 For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for … Continue reading Holy Week: Wednesday

Holy Week: Tuesday

As I prepared for Holy Week this year the theme of Grace resounded. It is much easier to accept that somehow by doing the right things I can somehow make up for my short comings. The truth is that I just can't, no human can. That it was God's enormous love for us that he … Continue reading Holy Week: Tuesday