The Lenten season begins Wednesday. This week I’m exploring the history and practices of Lent. Defining Lent Lent is a period of fasting, penance, and spiritual discipline in preparation for Easter, the most important Christian festival. It has been observed for over a thousand years. Origins The origins of the Lenten season are unclear. Many…
The Prophecy This fulfilled the prophecy of Isaiah concerning him: “Look at my Servant, whom I have chosen. He is my Beloved, who pleases me.I will put my Spirit upon him, and he will proclaim justice to the nations.He will not fight or shout or raise his voice in public.He will not crush the weakest reed or put out…
CHRISTOS ANESTI, ALITHOS ANESTI!Christ is risen, Truly He is risen! Our living hope Today, Easter, we celebrate the resurrection. Through Jesus’ resurrection, we have a living hope. Living hope is at work in us, transforming us day by day to be like our risen Savior. Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord…
CHRISTOS ANESTI, ALITHOS ANESTI!Christ is risen, Truly He is risen! I’ve been reminiscing about the Easters of my youth. Easter has always been a special day in our family. I remember preparing the right clothing, the special dresses. Homemade dresses, store-bought dresses. New patent leather shoes! I remember curls in our hair, bows, and…
He “is” the resurrection and the life. Present tense. This is it! Being aware of the present moment and making the most of it takes intentional action. Christ’s resurrection is not just a past event, nor is it just our hope for eternity! No, it affects even this day! This is it! This is the…