The Agonizing Prayers of a Resurrected Life

Embracing the agonizing prayers of Jesus on the cross is the beginning of the resurrection life.

Mark 15:34; Luke 23:34,46

Finding Faith in a Cup

Even the most ordinary of things and events become extraordinary metaphors to our understanding of the Kingdom of God. 

Matthew 26: 36-46

THE REAL LORD’S PRAYER

In John 17 one discovers a prayer meeting like none other. Here, in the shadow of the cross, is revealed the innermost concerns of Jesus for his followers then and today.

John 17

REDEFINING GLORY

The glory of the Lord is often imagined in terms of splendor and majesty. Jesus redefines it in terms of lowly service and sacrifice.

John 12: 20-28

SPONTANEOUS PRAISE

Most praise and thanksgiving to God is offered under certain conditions. Jesus teaches us to offer prayers of praise even when circumstances are less than favorable.

Matthew 11

WHERE RELIGION ENDS AND CHRISTIANITY BEGINS

The resurrection of Jesus is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. Without it there is no hope for life here or the hereafter.

1 Corinthians 15

WHO WILL RULE OVER YOU?

As the “Travel Narrative” comes to a close and Jerusalem looms on the horizon, we find ourselves at the crossroad of deciding who will rule over us. Luke 19: 11-27