Rose

THE CROSS

Certain well known theologians are gaining popularity by preaching a skewed view of the Cross of Christ. Don’t fall for it. The Cross is not …

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GOD’S ANSWER TO EVIL

“When I survey the wondrous CrossOn which the Prince of Glory diedMy richest gain I count but lossAnd pour contempt on all my pride.”Thank you, …

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RIDING INTO DEATH

The crowds pressed in upon Him. The little donkey, never before ridden, plodded obediently along in submission to the King of Kings.Jesus’ heart swelled with …

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WHAT WONDROUS LOVE IS THIS

Joseph of Arimathea summoned up the courage to seek an audience with Pilate and ask for the body of Jesus. He behaved prudently, so that …

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A MORNING AFTER RAIN

Once again, a night of rain. And I’m remembering the lyrics from “Camelot” – “no rain may ever fall till after sundown…” and I’m giving …

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A WAKEUP PRAYER

Here’s one way to start the morning. These lyrics from this little chorus, written long ago by Rosalie Yoder, are taken from Psalm 143, a …

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SHAKESPEARE AND AGAPE LOVE

Over the past few weeks, our pastor has nourished us with a banquet of scripture on the Love of God. If you haven’t taken the …

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Parkway Chateau

It’s lovely. Stuffed animals with fixed grinsDance around a crepe paper Maypole Sunlight filters down through skylightsGlows warm on rosy wallsSparkles on crystal chandeliers. Lilies …

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​FULL CIRCLE IN THE UK

MARSTON VILLAGE If I’m dreaming, please don’t wake me up! I’m perched on the bed in the guestroom of our English hosts and longtime friends, …

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AGED TRAVELERS

Biblically speaking, Abraham was all of 75 years old when he made the hike from Ur to Canaan, a distance of maybe 400 miles. So …

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