Jesus was in the upper room at the table with his disciples. They were keeping the the Annual Passover, the Last Supper, the Lord’s Supper, the Eucharist, or Holy Communion. On that evening, Jesus had welcomed his disciples, honored them by washing their feet, ate and drank with them, and engaged in theological discourse. It was … More We are not Worthy, but we are Welcome
There are some judicious leaders who think through everything before acting. They are those who contemplate then speak. They keep their thoughts and emotions close to their chest, and rarely do they deviate from their carefully considered and drawn-out plan. They are bold and confident as they march forward. They are detailed and precise in execution. They are best described as … More He Foresees Our Folly and Forsakes Us Not
Jesus Christ is the exalted Son of God who humbles himself. Interestingly, all around Jesus are humiliated sons of man who seek to exalt themselves. Our Great Teacher has little fondness for those who are great in their own eyes. Towards such he offers tough words of rebuke and condemnation. Instead of being arrogant self-righteous … More Proper Self-Assessment
Unfathomable Grace 