How we think about death affects how we live our daily lives. For the Christian, the death and resurrection of Jesus is the central message of our faith, the foundation upon which all else rests. But how do we know that Jesus really defeated death, and what does that mean for us on a daily … [Read More…] How Did Jesus Defeat Death?
What happens after we die? Scripture encourages us to take seriously the question of death and the afterlife. In this passage, we learn that our eternal destiny is determined by our life’s choices, actions, and belief during this short life. There are no second chances; when our life ends we will either be with God … [Read More…] What Happens After You Die?
What is the evidence of true repentance? In this passage, we see Judah’s heart repent from his sin against Joseph. It’s not enough to be sorry or simply express regret; genuine repentance is a complete change of heart that acknowledges sin and sets off on a new path. We all have things in our lives … [Read More…] Portrait of Repentance
Do people really change? In this passage, we find Joseph wondering if his older brothers have really changed from their past sinful behavior towards him. Through their story, we learn to sport four signs of true life change: changed people take full responsibility, demonstrate radical trust, see a different perspective, and show true repentance. Are … [Read More…] True Change
Thinking about the inevitability of death should cause us to think about our life: how are we prioritizing our lives in light of this? Death is not just the physical consequences of sin, it also affects three critical relationships: with others, with creation, and with God. The one opportunity to conquer spiritual death and fix … [Read More…] Where Does Death Come From?
The doctrine of the Trinity is the foundation of all of Christianity. How are we to explain the Trinity, and what are its implications? In this special presentation by Dr. Michael Reeves, Distinguished Scholar and President of the Union School of Theology at Oxford University, we learn that without the Trinity, the cross of Christ … [Read More…] Explaining the Trinity
Have you ever thought about the power of the things you look at? The things we fixate on will change us day by day. We become what we’re made to be by looking to Christ. It matters where we look. Our highest aspiration should be to revel in the light and glory of Christ, and … [Read More…] Transforming Glory
The temple was the place where God’s glory was evident to all. Since we are now called the temple of God, is God’s glory clearly seen in our lives? This metaphor is a powerful reminder that God himself dwells in us, and that we are called to spread his glory throughout the whole earth. There are … [Read More…] Temple of God
Everyone worships something; it’s simply a matter of who or what you worship. You can either worship God, or you can worship the things of this world. In that sense, we’re all either slaves to sin or slave to righteousness. For this who call themselves Christians, our lives should look different because of Who we … [Read More…] Slaves of Righteousness
How should we interact with the sovereignty of God? Trusting that God is in control does not come naturally; it’s a learned behavior built on experience. The life of Joseph exemplifies this. In this story about Joseph’s brothers visiting Egypt, we learn that when we take our lives into our own hands, relying on our … [Read More…] The Cost of Rejecting God’s Sovereignty
