What do we do after Covid? Many of us have lost loved ones; others have watched friends and family suffer. … More
Tag: death
Crucified Saviour
Well, this is it, the crux of Christianity. If Jesus weren’t a crucified saviour there would be nothing to believe in except some wise teachings. But He is that greatest of oxymorons, a hero that died, and came back to glorious life. He is still the great ‘I am’, His death at the hands of the Roman authorities was not the end.
Old News
As Christians, we have brilliant news to share. Every person, from each culture and country, can have hope and freedom. Their sins are forgiven and everything that causes pain and destruction has been overcome. It is incredible, but Jesus victory over sin and darkness took place a long time ago. Rather than generating excitement, telling people about his death and resurrection can seem like passing on old news.
Nothing like a rose trampled on the ground
The song Above All by Michael W. Smith (2000) describes Jesus, at his death, as ‘like a rose trampled on … More
Reflections and questions on Job 14: When God feels close but suffering continues
Here’s the text. In this chapter Job is tormented because it appears that he knows God is very close to … More
