As we harmonise the gospels accounts, we see can follow the resurrection events in order, from the moment Christ’s dead body was laid in the tomb to the multiple eye witnesses accounts of his resurrection. The disciples are moved from sorrow to joy and from fear to faith as they realise that Jesus is risen […]
With a composite view through all 4 gospels we move from the intimacy of the upper room to the agony of the cross, a journey that reveals the self-sacrificial love of God for us all. We find ourselves being shocked and amazed by the hard hearts of men, and the gracious heart of the saviour. […]
The Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, although accompanied with celebrations from his disciples, stood in the shadow of the cross. He came to His own, but they did not receive him. Nevertheless, being hailed as King was the fitting entrance and a fulfilment of prophecy. The Jewish Leaders told him to rebuke His disciples, […]
Ephesians 1:15-23. After Paul lays out the spiritual blessings in Christ, he flows into a prayer that they might grasp these high truths. He prays they would see the hope of God’s calling, the glory of the inheritance and the greatness of His power expressed towards them. May we also pray this prayer for each […]
Eph 1:7-14. While we already rejoice in our redemption, forgiveness & salvation in Christ, we are also waiting for that which is yet to come. With full assurance, we wait for that resurrection day, when we will stand holy before him, and receive our full inheritance, reserved in heaven for us!
