It was springtime in Israel and there was more excitement than normal. Passover was just around the corner. Each male Jew was making his springtime trek to Jerusalem, sometimes bringing his whole family. They would make another trip to Jerusalem in about seven weeks for Pentecost, and then once more in the fall for the… Read more: Who Will Save Us? – A Palm Sunday Reflection

1 minute read time Reposted from December 25, 2016 They had waited so long for the Messiah, but they did not expect a child. Mary and Joseph did not expect a pregnancy. The shepherds did not expect a sky full of angels. Herod did not expect the Magi. The wedding guests did not expect the… Read more: Long Awaited, Unexpected

12 Days Before Christmas Series: #11 – 5 minute read time Read: Luke 2:22-40 When reading the Christmas Story and exploring the roots of early Christianity, you may notice how exclusive it first appears. Several key Bible passages highlight that the story centers on the birth of the Jewish Messiah—Jesus, born into the heritage of… Read more: The Light of Revelation and Glory

12 Days Before Christmas Series: #10 – 3 minute read time Read: Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:5-80; Luke 2:22-40 When we read the Christmas story in the Bible, our focus is often on the main character—Baby Jesus! However, there’s another significant presence woven throughout the narrative: the Holy Spirit. By taking a closer look at the… Read more: The Holy Spirit Was Busy!

12 Days Before Christmas Series: #9 – 5 minute read time Read: Luke 2:1-7; Matthew 2:1-23 WARNING: Buckle up, because by the end of this blog, you might feel like you’ve just survived a rollercoaster ride through a biblical family reunion. Don’t worry—by the time we’re done, we’ll have untangled most of this wild family… Read more: Who Is This Herod You Speak Of?