This year, Mark’s recollection of Jesus’ final week has been particularly inspiring. In his effort to portray Jesus as the unexpected king, Mark repeatedly emphasizes the substitutionary nature of our Savior’s sacrificial work.
From 1 Corinthians 15:12–19, we discover the resurrection of Jesus Christ is not incidental. It is fundamental to our faith, and it is not peripheral. It is central to our Christianity.
Easter shouts that something significant happened in the garden on that morning just days after the crucifixion of Jesus, and we celebrate it not just on Easter, but every Sunday when we gather worship our living Lord.
As I think of Calvary, a question comes to me — Is Jesus satisfied with my life?
As you face the waves of discontent and uncertainty, seek the presence of Jesus. He knows the circumstances you face and He will not leave you without hope and possibility. Put your shaky hand in His and hold on! Calmer seas are up ahead.
What are you known for? What have you dedicated your life to? Would you be called something like Sam the Servant Heart? Or maybe Cindy the Unselfish?
God calls us to take up our cross and follow Him (Mark 8:34-35), but few of us are as eager to do so as we often communicate. In fact, like Peter, we are much quicker to deny our Lord than to deny ourselves.
For many, nothing is more mysterious and elusive than discerning how God wants them to live. The consternation and confusion caused by this dilemma can be exhausting.
