By Chaplain Mike We are marking the Great Fifty Days of Easter with a series of devotional thoughts on the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus. Today we look at the second narrative in Luke’s story of Jesus’ resurrection and appearances, from Luke 24:13-35 (Phillips). Text 24:13-17 – Then on the same day we find two ofContinue reading “The Appearances of the Risen Christ, 6”
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The Appearances of the Risen Christ, 5
By Chaplain Mike We are marking the Great Fifty Days of Easter with a series of devotional thoughts on the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus. Today we look at John’s story of that first Easter morning, from John 20:1-10 (MSG). Text Early in the morning on the first day of the week, while it was stillContinue reading “The Appearances of the Risen Christ, 5”
Sunday’s Gospel: Endless Attention, Meticulous Care
By Chaplain Mike Each Sunday, we present devotional thoughts based upon the Gospel reading from the Revised Common Lectionary. Today is the fourth Sunday in Easter, Good Shepherd Sunday. Today’s Gospel is John 10:22-30. Gospel Text At that time the Feast of the Dedication took place at Jerusalem; it was winter, and Jesus was walkingContinue reading “Sunday’s Gospel: Endless Attention, Meticulous Care”
The Appearances of the Risen Christ, 4
By Chaplain Mike We are marking the Great Fifty Days of Easter with a series of devotional thoughts on the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus. Today we look at Luke’s story of that first Easter morning, from Luke 24:1-12 (NLT). Text But very early on Sunday morningthe women went to the tomb, taking the spices theyContinue reading “The Appearances of the Risen Christ, 4”
The Appearances of the Risen Christ, 3
By Chaplain Mike We are marking the Great Fifty Days of Easter with a series of devotional thoughts on the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus. Today we look at Mark’s account of the women at the empty tomb on Easter Sunday morning. Though not technically an “appearance,” the way Mark ends his Gospel and sets forthContinue reading “The Appearances of the Risen Christ, 3”
The Appearances of the Risen Christ, 2
By Chaplain Mike We are marking the Great Fifty Days of Easter with a series of devotional thoughts on the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus. Today we return to the scene on Easter Sunday morning, as described in Matthew 28:1-10 (NIV). Text After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary MagdaleneContinue reading “The Appearances of the Risen Christ, 2”
Sunday’s Gospel: Joy Comes in the Morning
By Chaplain Mike Each Sunday, we present devotional thoughts based upon the Gospel reading from the Revised Common Lectionary. Today is the third Sunday in Easter. Today’s Gospel is John 21:1-19. Gospel Text After these things Jesus showed himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tiberias; and he showed himself in this way.Continue reading “Sunday’s Gospel: Joy Comes in the Morning”
The Appearances of the Risen Christ, 1
By Chaplain Mike As I said in a recent post, Easter is a season in the Christian year, not simply one day. Easter is the Great Fifty Days! As one way of marking this season of celebration, we will run a series of devotional thoughts on the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus. These will be postedContinue reading “The Appearances of the Risen Christ, 1”
Luther on the Significance of the Resurrection
Posted by Chaplain Mike. “It will be reckoned to us who believe in him who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead, who was handed over to death for our trespasses and was raised for our justification.” (Romans 4:24-25) Luther comments on this text and what it says about Christ’s victory over sin and howContinue reading “Luther on the Significance of the Resurrection”
Stations of the Cross: The Fifteenth Station
A Series for Holy Week. Thanks to Jeff Dunn for leading us in these meditations. STATION FIFTEEN The Resurrection Scripture Now, let me ask you something profound yet troubling. If you became believers because you trusted the proclamation that Christ is alive, risen from the dead, how can you let people say that there isContinue reading “Stations of the Cross: The Fifteenth Station”
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