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Yes, it is foundational to our faith. Yes, it’s when sin and death are defeated. Yes, it leads to a new hope in Christ. These are absolutely wonderful, good news! But did you also know that…
Looking at the Easter Story with Fresh Eyes
While I’m a massive fan of Christmas, there is something about Easter that, on a spiritual level, I actually prefer. Observing this series of days—from Ash Wednesday, all the way up to Holy Week—that incorporate a sequence of spiritual practices, I find it life-giving for my faith.
A Moment With Jesus on The Cross
“Jesus died for you” are words many of us are familiar with. We accept Him as our Saviour, we’re on fire for Him, and before long, we get into the rhythm of attending Bible studies and church, forgetting the reasons why we’re doing this in the first place.
Why Couldn’t God Just Forgive Us Without Jesus Dying?
What are we to make of Jesus’s death on the cross? Christ dying for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures is not only of monumental significance, it is the heart of gospel truth, and the centre of the Easter story.
5 Ways Jesus Turned Our Lives Upside Down (for Good)
Just as Jesus has turned a Bad News Day into a good one, He can also turn the “bad” in our lives into good–if we’d only let Him.
What Does Jesus’ Resurrection Have to do With My Life Right Now?
I took a step to follow Jesus 20 years ago.
I heard Jesus preached every Sunday, but I had neglected to consider how His life, death, and resurrection unveiled what it means to be truly human and how this impacts us as His disciples.
The Resurrection: Which Response is yours?
Easter: A historic and faith-shaping event way more than just “a day of celebration”. It is life-changing, and it demands a response from each of us. A response that will shape the way we live.
Easter in 5 Letters
What does the name of Jesus mean to you? Perhaps you know Him as the Son of God. Redeemer. Saviour. Prince of Peace.
Easter: Hope for When Life Feels Too Hard
What do you pray when there is so much trouble around you and nothing you can do? For my pregnant due-any-moment friend with no power and roads covered in ice between her and the hospital? For my former neighbor who cares for her husband with dementia—as if that weren’t enough, she hurt her back right before all this happened. Who is taking care of them? I wondered. How do I pray in this situation?