In you, O LORD, I seek refuge; do not let me ever be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me. 2 Incline your ear to me;rescue me speedily. Be a rock of refuge for me, a strong fortress to save me. 3 You are indeed my rock and my fortress;for your name’s sake lead… Read More Holy Saturday
He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he did not open his mouth; like a lamb that is led to the slaughter, and like a sheep that before its shearers is silent, so he did not open his mouth. Isaiah 53:7 Ask those who heard what I said to them; they know what I… Read More Good Friday Edition of the top3
A new mandate (maundy which is from mandatum in latin) or command to love is what Jesus gives on this Holy Thursday. But that does not sound new! The new is not found in the words of Jesus but in his example of love that will be on full display over the next few hours.… Read More Maundy Thursday
On this Holy Wednesday, the gospel of John highlights Jesus’ betrayal. We see Jesus boldly proclaiming betrayal is part of the glorification for both he and the Father. As a result, betrayal, suffering, and injustice are transformed from tools of the enemy to portals into goodness by the way Jesus approached them. After saying this… Read More Wednesday of Holy Week
On Holy Tuesday we are given a breathe prayer by Jesus. “Father, glorify your name.” That is Jesus’ goal. Jesus realized, and is trying to tell his disciples, that the time was fleeting to do just that. They needed to take advantage of the light while it was day. To live in the moment is… Read More Tuesday of Holy Week
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