According to the Scriptures — Easter 2021

What was Paul referring to when He said Jesus rose on the third day "according to the Scriptures"? . . . Hosea 6:1-3.

The Promised Sacrifice (Advent 2020, #4)

Jesus was born so He could one day die. . . . Isaiah 52:13-53:12.

The Promised Restoration (Advent 2020, #3)

When Jesus came the first time, He brought the first phase of worldwide restoration, that those "in Him" continue until He returns and ushers in final restoration. . . . Isaiah 11:1-10.

The Promised Ruler (Advent 2020, #2)

Jesus is the light we need in any dark time. . . . Isaiah 8:18-9:7.

The Promised Child (Advent 2020, #1)

At Christmas, we celebrate a Person--and He's not Santa Claus. . . . Isaiah 7:1-16.

“The Holy, Catholic Church” — Excursus

Jesus' messages to the churches in Revelation should cause us to reflect on the state of our own local churches. . . . Revelation 2:1-3:22.

Christ’s Irresistible Voice — 1:16-20

When Jesus calls, His people respond. . . . Mark 1:16-20.

The Pitch and the Pendulum — excursus on Mark 1:15b

While belief and repentance are equally important and biblical, there may be biblical grounds for emphasizing belief over repentance. . . . Mark 1:15.