An Israeli-Canadian journalist believes he may have tracked down two of the iron nails used to crucify Jesus to the cross — or at least objects that could be the long-lost relics.
If we follow Jesus’ example, we extend the circle of love. Not just to the lovely. Not just to the ones who loved us first. Not just to the ones whose bartered affection benefits us.
The strategy of entrusting important and critical things to those left behind was central to Christ's coming and to his home-going following the resurrection. Jesus still entrusts believers and all it entails today.
Evelyn Stagg died Feb. 28 at the age of 96. I never met Ms. Stagg personally. Nor do I recall ever hearing her speak. To most people, she was better known as the wife of Frank Stagg, distinguished New Testament professor at
Perfect love, wrote the Apostle John, casts out fear. But 2,000 years after those words were written, many disciples of Christ still find their lives dominated by fear.
The 1967 Ironhead Harley Davidson motorcycle slumped against a wall, in bad shape and with an 8-inch mulberry tree growing through its heart. Rescued and restored, the Harley brought several motorcyclists back to God’s house.
The highest holy day of the year for Christians is a mere three days away. Christians will rightfully celebrate God’s sacrifice in the death of His Son on a ghastly cross. We will remember His death reverently and soberly. But we also will rejoice
Sitting across from the offering box, He was observing how the crowd tossed money in for the collection. Many of the rich were making large contributions. One poor widow came up and put in two small coins — a measly two cents.
