I can’t think of an Easter, in my lifetime, where death has taken such a center stage as it has during this global pandemic. Not only deaths of loved ones alone in hospitals; but the death of dreams, jobs, graduation plans, … Continue reading
‘Twas the night before the second coming and all through the church, there was no focus on the second, but only the first. The banners were hung by the pulpit with care, in hopes that baby Jesus soon would be … Continue reading
Discover the surprising story of how Santa Claus got his name. Continue reading
Tucked away in a Dallas assisted-living center, Dr. John Reed, age 91, sits in his olive green recliner, looking out his sliding glass door at beautiful White Rock Lake. I have come to sit with him, ask his advice, and work … Continue reading
A Christmas catalogue featured three snow men holding candles of joy, love, and hope. Three of the four traditional themes of Advent. What was missing? Peace. How appropriate. Peace is often missing from our lives. In Philippians 4 Paul writes … Continue reading
Revelation seven teaches that during a time of judgment called the “Great Tribulation,” many people, starting with the Jews and spreading throughout the world, will see God and believe in Him. If God is God, He has the right to … Continue reading
When I worked in HR, employees facing discipline would ask, “What gives you the right to judge me?” We would explain that they gave us the right, when they agreed to work for us! Revelation 5 explains why Jesus has … Continue reading
Most kids are worried when they hear, “Heaven will be one long worship service!” In Revelation 4, we view a heavenly worship service. Through colorful symbols we see God is beautiful, faithful, humble, just and sovereign. Before God’s throne is … Continue reading
The Christians in Laodicea (Revelation 3:14-22) had become like the lukewarm, dirty water imported from neighboring cities. Hot water is relaxing. Cold water is refreshing. Tepid is terrible. What happened? Because of their great wealth they felt self-sufficient. They could … Continue reading
Rewards shape values and motivate behavior. Our kids are rewarded for doing well in sports, music, school and even, sometimes, at church! Jesus goes out of his way to reward Christians in the ancient city of Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7-13). What … Continue reading
Research and commentary by Dr. Craig Keener
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