At first glance, it almost feels wrong to call it “good,” especially when it marks the day Jesus was crucified. But when we truly understand what happened on that hill, when we see the purpose behind the pain, we begin to understand why this day is so deeply sacred.
It was a quiet morning in a town I visited recently. The part of town I was in at that time was surrounded by a number hills of different sizes and shapes. The air was cool, but my mind was busy with so many thoughts.
When assumptions fade, when we stop seeing Him as distant or unpredictable, what’s left? I’m sure you’re wondering as well.
Have you ever misjudged someone, only to later realize they were nothing like you thought? Maybe it was a coworker who seemed like a snob but turned out to be incredibly kind. Or a friend whose actions made more sense once you listened to them and understood their backstory. The more you got to know them, the clearer their heart became.
How God establishes His Reign I recently started reading through the book of Exodus, and as always, it has been quite the experience. As I read, I had a another look again at the prominent rod of Moses in his encounter with the Lord. [1] And Moses answered and said, But, behold, they will not... Continue Reading →
In Plain Sight 