Do We Understand Why Jesus Was Crucified?
During my high school years, I thought I’d automatically go to heaven because of my religious affiliation. I didn’t fully understand how the gospel message applied to me.
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Freedom isn’t free – just ask our Gold Star families
We’ve seen the anguished pictures of mothers receiving the folded flag at their son’s or daughter’s military funeral. We’ve heard heartrending stories from spouses about the day they received word that their spouse had been killed. Seeing the American flag burned or people protesting our national anthem only adds to their grief.
Continue reading →Does God love imperfect, sinful us?
Rather than allowing the devil to deceive us, we must grasp what Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross means for us – for you – personally. Spending time reading and meditating on Romans 6 and 8 will help us grow in our understanding. Don’t rush through. Spend as much time as it takes to really dig in.
Continue reading →Our Sin, God’s Love
God’s love for us is so great that we struggle to fully understand the depth of emotion and sacrificial commitment that drove Jesus to die for mankind. Especially for people (us!) who consistently rebel – and then minimize our actions.
Continue reading →In appreciation of our wounded veterans
I think about our service men and women like Steve, especially when I see TV ads that solicit support for our wounded veterans. I wonder how they’re coping after returning from war.
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