“While he was in Bethany, reclining at the table in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came with an alabaster jar of very expensive perfume, made of pure nard. She broke the jar and poured the perfume on his head.”(Mark 14:3, NIV) Continue reading “A Woman’s Sacrifice”
How to ‘Deserve’ God’s Help
It’s easy to think that God helps those people who most deserve his help. Continue reading “How to ‘Deserve’ God’s Help”
The Authority of Jesus – Devotion
They arrived again in Jerusalem, and while Jesus was walking in the temple courts, the chief priests, the teachers of the law and the elders came to him.“By what authority are you doing these things?” they asked. “And who gave you authority to do this?” Continue reading “The Authority of Jesus – Devotion”
The Debt You Owe
None of us like having debt. Even when it is what they call “good debt,” such as for an investment, we still prefer to not be in debt. Continue reading “The Debt You Owe”
The Rule-Keeper, and Why Jesus Challenged Him
This is the story about the Commandment-Keeper, Jesus and false assumptions. Continue reading “The Rule-Keeper, and Why Jesus Challenged Him”
What the Disciples Argued About on the Road
They came to Capernaum. When he was in the house, he asked them, “What were you arguing about on the road?” But they kept quiet because on the way they had argued about who was the greatest (Mark 9:33–34, NIV). Continue reading “What the Disciples Argued About on the Road”
When Life is Unfair – How Should I Respond?
It’s easy for us to waver and doubt when we confront the unfairness of life. Continue reading “When Life is Unfair – How Should I Respond?”
You’re Not Alone
Loneliness is an epidemic that ravages lives everywhere as surely as any epidemic. But when you feel the dark pit of loneliness in your heart, listen to the word of truth: You’re not alone. Continue reading “You’re Not Alone”
The Message of Easter: A Love that Conquers Death
For as long as humanity has left its imprint on planet earth, in clay and in stone, in monuments as well as in writing, music, and in art, we have tried to defeat death. Continue reading “The Message of Easter: A Love that Conquers Death”
Our Clothes at Jesus’ Feet
When Jesus entered Jerusalem as a king entering in peace, riding upon a donkey, the people were overjoyed! Continue reading “Our Clothes at Jesus’ Feet”