by ray | Apr 15, 2010 | Mark, NT, Sermons
So we talked about why it might be that we are hard of hearing when it comes to discerning the voice of God in our lives. There was the example of my son Jeremiah who has massive wax boulders in his ears so that when we speak to him, he can’t hear us, literally....
by ray | Apr 7, 2010 | Sermons
Tonight, we bring our Lenten journey to a close. We have examined and reflected on the Seven Last Words of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ from the Cross. So far, we have heard our Lord share these words: “Father, forgive them for they know not what they...
by ray | Apr 6, 2010 | Sermons
It is finished (John 19:30). The Greek word is tetelestai. This word has 2 meanings in the Greek. First, it suggests that it is finished, perfected, fully completed, mission accomplished. Second, this word has a secular meaning which signifies a full payment of a...
by ray | Apr 6, 2010 | Sermons
Later, knowing that all was now completed, and so that the Scripture would be fulfilled, Jesus said, “I am thirsty.” (John 19:28) Back in the first century, whenever there was a crucifixion, you would find a band of women who would offer those being...
by ray | Apr 2, 2010 | Sermons
Eli Eli lama sabachthani? (Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34). That statement is translated as “My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?” Up until this point, Jesus had demonstrated such inner fortitude and peace and compassion and strength of character. Then,...
