Photo by Lerkrat Tangsri on Pexels.com Acts 24:20-21 New King James Version Or else let those who are here themselves say if they found any wrongdoing in me while I stood before the council, unless it is for this one statement which I cried out, standing among them, ‘Concerning the resurrection of the dead I am being judged by you … Continue reading Threatened By the Resurrection?
Easter
Peace Be with You!
John 20:19 New King James Version Then, the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in the midst, and said to them, “Peace be with you.” For Encouragement The fear of the men continued after the crucifixion. They witnessed … Continue reading Peace Be with You!
And Their Voices Prevailed
Photo by Paulo Oliveira on Pexels.com Luke 23:23 New King James Version But they were insistent, demanding with loud voices that He be crucified. And the voices of these men and of the chief priests prevailed. For Meditation He had the opportunity to do the right thing. The accused had done nothing to deserve punishment, let … Continue reading And Their Voices Prevailed
The True Report to Give
Matthew 28:13 New International Version (NIV) You are to say, ‘His disciples came during the night and stole him away while we were asleep.’ For Meditation Their job was simple—to secure the tomb where they laid Jesus to rest in death. I have been there before. Left alone in a remote location to keep watch … Continue reading The True Report to Give
Futile Resistance
Matthew 27:37, 66 New Living Translation A sign was fastened above Jesus’ head, announcing the charge against him. It read: “This is Jesus, the King of the Jews.” So, they sealed the tomb and posted guards to protect it. For Meditation The foolishness of man! How could a stone keep the Son of God in … Continue reading Futile Resistance
Why Did He Do It?
He was oppressed and treated harshly, yet he never said a word. He was led like a lamb to the slaughter. And as a sheep is silent before the shearers, he did not open his mouth—Isaiah 53:7. Heaven's glory became the scum of the earth, as His creation became the object of His love. So, … Continue reading Why Did He Do It?
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 