“If you are the Messiah, tell us plainly!” The people of Jesus’ time were looking for more proof. But they already had all the proof they needed, they lacked the faith. Lord, may we have faith in our Good Shepherd, that we may believe and follow You!
Enemies are someone or something you do battle with. A person, an addiction, a behavior you fight with all the time. All sin makes us enemies with God. How can we be reconciled and put an end to hostility? Jesus gave his life for us so we may also be reconciled.
As the people gave of their blessings and posessions to support pilgrims, Ananias and Sapphira gave but lied. What can we learn from these events and times about reconciliation, forgiveness, and peace? Lord help us not to be like Ananias and Sapphira, not to lie, but to be pure in heart. Let’s listen…
He is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! As we recall what the disciples discovered that Sunday of long ago, the grave could not contain our Lord. Let us celebrate his resurrection and the promise it brings for us. Let’s listen…