Category: Lent
Episodes
April 15, 2022
Crucified and Raised to Life with Christ
Salvation by faith is a gift, but it’s not just something that happens to us. We participate in both Christ’s death and resurrection.
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The Cross of Jesus
April 8, 2022
The Crucifixion of Jesus Christ
The story of Jesus’ crucifixion is so important to the message of salvation that we find an account of it in each of the four gospels. Let's study this beautiful tapestry of perspectives to remember the significance of what Jesus accomplished on the cross.
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The Cross of Jesus
April 1, 2022
The Complete Sufficiency of the Cross
When Christ died on the cross, he paid our debts in full. Let's study scriptures that help us remember why Christ’s sacrifice is completely sufficient to satisfy God’s wrath.
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The Cross of Jesus
March 25, 2022
The Paradox of the Cross
The cross is a paradox. By human standards, it shouldn’t make sense, it shouldn’t work, and yet, it does. Let's study the paradox of the cross and explore what it looks like to live in light of this paradox.
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The Cross of Jesus
March 18, 2022
The Shame of the Cross
Jesus had no sin, yet he too knew shame— the shame of the cross. Let's revisit how Jesus experienced shame and unpack why it was necessary for our salvation.
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The Cross of Jesus
March 11, 2022
The Curse of the Cross
We were rightly cursed by God for our failure to keep his covenant, but Jesus became that curse to pay our debt. Let's consider the implications of this truth for our lives of faith today.
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The Cross of Jesus
March 4, 2022
Why Jesus Had to Die on a Cross
Slow down and once again ask, “why?” Take time to remember what went wrong and reflect on the meaning of Jesus Christ's awful death on the cross to remember God's love for us.
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The Cross of Jesus
March 31, 2018
Witness to the Risen Jesus Christ
Hallelujah! Christ is Risen! Now what does he desire from us?
March 23, 2018
Stay Alert, Watch, and Be Ready
What did Jesus say about his return? How should we prepare for his coming? Let's see what Jesus taught his disciples shortly before his crucifixion about the end of the world and the best ways to prepare for his anticipated return.
March 16, 2018
The Widow's Offering
Jesus taught his disciples about generosity, sacrifice, and the heart of giving when they observe a widow put her small offering in the Temple offering box. But is Jesus calling us to even more than generous giving with his teaching?
March 9, 2018
Jesus Answers "Gotcha" Questions
As Jesus' popularity increased, religious authorities focused their efforts on discrediting him. Discover the wisdom and truth we gain as Jesus evaded their traps.
March 2, 2018
Parable of the Tenants
Will you acknowledge and accept the Son of God? Are you willing to hear what God has to say? As Jesus Christ approaches his arrest and crucifixion, he offers a foreboding warning about the cost of rejecting him and turning from God.
Blog Posts
February 1, 2018
A Short Version of the Long History of Lent
Traditions of Lent have evolved over time. Yet, in spite of a turbulent church history, the essence of Lent remains largely unchanged...