Posts with the tag “christ”

Most of us know what it is like to feel confident about following Christ in one setting and hesitant in another. It may be easy to speak about our faith at church, but much harder around a skeptical coworker. We may genuinely want to help someone who is struggling but hesitate because getting involved could become complicated. We may know that we need to forgive, speak the truth, serve, or share the gospel, yet fear begins asking, “What will this cost me? What if they reject me? What if this becomes uncomfortable?” It seems that Timothy knew something about that struggle.  Read More

Every year, the Christmas season rolls around with lights, decorations, warm gatherings, and familiar songs. But behind all the traditions and noise, Christmas carries a meaning unlike any other holiday. At the heart of it is a truth so staggering, so hope-giving, that it stands apart from anything else we celebrate: God came to be with us.  Read More

By John Holmes The Empty Tomb (Source: Logos Media)           The phrase "He is risen indeed!" used on Easter morning by Christians has a deep-rooted history in Christian tradition. It serves as a joyful affirmation of Jesus Christ's resurrection from the dead. This tradition is encapsulated in the liturgical practice known as the Paschal greeting, which varies slightly across different languages ...  Read More