I often think about what it might have been like to be a person of faith living before the birth of Jesus Christ. Instead of looking back at Bethlehem in faith as we do now, people looked forward to the birth of the Messiah in faith. How would they know him when he arrived? The … Continue reading How will we know the Messiah when he comes?
I am not thankful! (…enough)
Thanksgiving is “as American as apple pie” some might say. However, giving thanks is a much older practice than America itself. Giving thanks is the genuine response of disciples of Jesus Christ offered to our gracious Redeemer. Giving thanks is an abounding act of worship for Christians. Consider the words of Paul to the church … Continue reading I am not thankful! (…enough)
Palm Sunday and the Prince of Peace
Palm Sunday is the day we as Christians remember Jesus Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Passion week; that is the week we meditate on the last days of Jesus life on earth filled with triumph, trial, persecution, crucifixion and glorious resurrection. Just about 2000 years ago Jesus entered Jerusalem … Continue reading Palm Sunday and the Prince of Peace
Brian Haynes 