I have more coffee mugs than anyone needs. It is actually embarrassing the number of coffee mugs I have acquired over the years. Most of them have a specific memory attached to them. Whether a mug was a souvenir from vacation or a gift from a birthday or anniversary, almost every mug I have brings … Continue reading Dad’s Mug
Yesterday, I posted some reflections on 2 Corinthians 1:3-7. Below is a prayer from that same text. Father of mercies and God of All Comfort, Blessed be your name because you comfort us in all our afflictions through Christ. Whatever the affliction, no matter the pressure, you comfort us in all kinds of trouble. This … Continue reading A Prayer from 2 Corinthians 1:3-7
I wanted to take a few minutes to share why I have been writing so much in this time of suffering. My blogging journey has been anything but consistent. I have set schedules and goals, but I always find that the needs of family and pastoral ministry make blogging seem less important. Let me also … Continue reading Crisis, Suffering, Hope, Writing
On June 3, 2024, my Dad entered the Lord Jesus' presence. His passing was sudden. We still don't know the official cause of death. I spoke with him just a few hours before his passing while I was traveling. He asked me to tell him when I made it safely to my destination. Before I … Continue reading My Dad Is HOME
March 31 is Resurrection Sunday this year. It is a day set aside for Jesus Christ's followers to remember and celebrate that our Lord and Savior rose again from the dead. Actually, every Sunday is set aside for worship and celebration of the resurrection (Luke 24:1; Acts 20:7). The Lord Jesus Christ has died and … Continue reading March 31, 2024 Is Resurrection Sunday
1. The resurrection of Christ is central to the Gospel and the whole Bible. 1 Corinthians 15:1-11: Christ has died for our sins (1 Corinthians 15:3-4); this is verified in His burial. Christ has risen from the dead (1 Corinthians 15:4-8); this is verified by 500+ eyewitnessesLuke 24:44-48 – What was written in the Old … Continue reading Christ Is Risen from the Dead – Seven Resurrection Truths
Matthew 28:5-7 The Message of the Resurrection is outlined in Matthew 28:5-7 Jesus has been crucifiedJesus has been buried - They looked for Him at the tomb (v.5 and Matthew 27:61)Jesus has risen from the deadGO and TELL (v. 7 and Matthew 28:18-20) 1. Jesus has been crucified in our place to pay the penalty … Continue reading The Message of the Resurrection
Our church family has been studying the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We have been asking ourselves, “What Is the Gospel?” Central to this Gospel message is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ died for our sins. He came back to life the third day! The following is a handout I emailed to our church … Continue reading Resurrection Truths
Ephesians 2:1-10 – The Believer’s Personal Resurrection Resurrection Sunday Morning Sermon First Baptist Church of Ticonderoga, NY The literal, physical resurrection of Jesus Christ is an undeniable, historical event. There were over 500 witnesses that saw Jesus alive after he had been crucified (1 Corinthians 15:6). There are many who believe in the historical fact … Continue reading The Believer’s Personal Resurrection – Ephesians 2:1-10
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