Theme of the Day: Christ Sends His Spirit Jesus ascended into heaven. That does not mean the gospel has ceased to spread around the world. For Jesus promised to send another advocate to represent God to the world: the Holy Spirit. The Spirit is the constant companion of believers in these Last Days. We conclude […]

Theme of the Day: Christ Unites His Church The church’s unity is built on truths that transcend outward differences. Through faith in Christ, every member of the church is united with him. Through faith in Christ, every member of the church is washed clean of every sin. As a result, through faith in Christ, every […]

Theme of the Day: We Have Deep And Lasting Joy Conventional wisdom says that joy is a direct result of circumstance. Therefore, if we don’t have joy, our circumstances need to change. But Jesus offers a joy that is superior. It is not a product of circumstance; it’s a product of Easter. Easter proves that […]

Theme of the Day: We Live Lives Of Lavish Love If someone saved you from a horrible death, what would you do to thank them? Probably just about anything! You would be that grateful. Jesus not only saved us from eternal death in hell, but he won for us an eternity in paradise. What shall […]

Theme of the Day: We Know Jesus Is Trustworthy And True The world is full of talkers. There are plenty of people who say they care about you. But we are aware of what many of those people will do when it comes time to put those words into action. Jesus tells you in his […]

Theme of the Day: We Can See Clearly A recent survey asked Americans which of the five senses they would least like to lose. 77% chose sight. Navigating life blind poses a plethora of challenges that the sighted do not face. This is why Scripture often uses the concept of blindness as a metaphor for […]

Theme of the Day: Our Mission Proclaims A Living Lord If Jesus remained dead, all he would provide is an example of a beautiful life. Therefore, if Jesus remained dead, the mission of his followers would simply be to share advice on how to live. But because he lives, believers have a meaningful mission. It […]

Theme of the Day: Death Has Lost Its Sting Death can sting in many ways. First, death can sting by casting a shadow over every moment of life. No matter what earthly joy you are experiencing, death guarantees it won’t last. Second, death can sting by separating loves. There are no phone calls or hugs […]

Theme of the Day: A Service of Seven Words from the Cross Isaiah 52:13-53:12 Luke 23:32-34 Luke 23:35-43 John 19:25-27 Matthew 27:45,46 John 19:28,29 John 19:30 Luke 23:44-46 John 19:31-42 947 – Lamb of God, Pure and Holy 436 – The Seven Words 437 – Rest, O Christ, from All Your Labor Prayer of the […]

Theme of the Day: A One-Time Substitute Buries All-Time Guilt On Good Friday we remember the crucifixion and death of our Lord both with sorrow and solemn joy. Though the events of this day fill us with horror, the implications of those events give us every reason for praise. Jesus’ death had this breathtaking significance. […]