July 5, 2021
Netzer
Sometime in the first century, as Jewish refugees returned from exile, they settled in an area near the Sea of Galilee and named their new town Nazareth after the tender, new shoots of the Olive tree.
Articles for tag: New Life
March 25, 2016
Taken and Broken
By J. Michael Shannon In some ways our Communion service seems a strange thing. We know it has its roots in the Passover celebration, but as we would expect from a ceremony instituted by our Lord, it can speak to us of much more. What is the significance of eating bread and drinking juice? Why does it represent the body and blood of Jesus? Why do we internalize these emblems? All living things, for their survival, depend on other living things to surrender their lives. Whether a person eats meat or is a vegetarian, something that was living surrenders its
November 1, 2015
New Baby, New Life, New Year (27 Daily Devotions)
For many, especially church leaders, Christmas is more chaos than celebration. We need to refocus on what is important, and these 27 short meditations are written to help us do that. Take a few minutes each day to ponder these thoughts designed to help you find the wonder of the incarnation in the midst of your responsibilities. These daily meditations, written by Becky Ahlberg of Anaheim, California, begin on Sunday, December 6, and conclude on January 1, 2016. The four weekly themes center around the concepts of hope, peace, joy, and love. May your holidays be blessed as you celebrate
September 2, 2007
Benefits Brought by the Death of Jesus
By H. Lynn Gardner Benefits Brought by the Death of Jesus: Atonement””a sacrifice that brings forgiveness and cleansing from sin. Justification””God”s justice is preserved because the penalty for sin is paid, but the believer is declared “not guilty.” Reconciliation””restoration of friendship with God after being alienated by sin. Redemption””freedom gained in being released from the slavery caused by the guilt and power of sin. Propitiation””offering that turns away the wrath of God against the sinner. New life””characterized by righteousness as Christ lives in us. Defeat of the devil and death””basis for hope and eternal life beyond the grave. This is
