1. Christ's resurrection does not merely negate the bitterness of sin; it changes it into a source of divine sweetness, embodying the promise of a new life for us and a restored existence overshadowed by heavenly hope.
  2. God demonstrates his great love for us in the actions of Jesus, who came down into the flesh and soaked up all our sin.
  3. In normal human relationships, when reconciliation is necessary, we place the burden on the person who did wrong, who disrupted the relationship.
  4. A “good death” and “good life” are not accomplished through personal striving but are grasped by faith in the promises of God.
  5. Your justification isn’t a matter of “Jesus plus” anything.
  6. Yes, Christmas brings joy, but no less danger
  7. In this article Amy Mantravadi give a short but helpful summary of the differences in Lutheran and Reformed thought regarding assurance.
  8. Amy Mantravadi asks if we should forgive others even if they are not repentant
  9. No plot spoilers here just some really Good News
  10. Confession and absolution offer more than assurance, they gift real and genuine Divine promises.
  11. 1517 Resources to help Celebrate Reformation Day
  12. Human solutions to problems, important as they are, are inadequate to meet our deepest needs