A Message of Victory Part 5
Today on "Discover the Word," we will discuss the last verse of Psalm 22, where David ends his agonizing song about the suffering Messiah with a message of victory. The psalm concludes on a high note, “Posterity will serve Him; future generations will be told about the Lord. They will proclaim His righteousness to a people yet unborn, for He has done it!” The amazing way Psalm 22 describes a “suffering Savior”—listen today on "Discover the Word"!
How Jesus Endured the Cross Part 4
Today on "Discover the Word," we will talk about the intense physical violence Jesus endured on the cross, described in Psalm 22, 2,000 years before the actual event. This was long before crucifixion was even invented. While the film "The Passion of the Christ" gave us a graphic taste of that horrific event, it was still a tame depiction of what actually transpired. Join us right here on "Discover the Word"!
Jesus, Fully Divine and Fully Human Part 3
Jesus was both fully divine and fully human. Which means He wasn’t immune to experiencing human emotions. Today on "Discover the Word," we will discuss the intensity of these emotions as David foretold in Psalm 22. Phrases like “I’m a worm . . . scorned by men . . . despised by people,” give us graphic word pictures of Christ’s very real distress on the cross.
When Jesus Felt Utterly Alone Part 2
We all need solitude sometimes. But we wouldn’t like it 24/7, especially if that solitude was a form of punishment. Yet even a prisoner in solitary confinement for a lifetime would not suffer as Jesus did. On the cross, God the Father turned His face from His only Son, leaving Jesus utterly alone. On "Discover the Word," we will talk about when Jesus was “deserted,” as foreshadowed in Psalm 22. Listen today to "Discover the Word"!
The Cross from Jesus' Perspective Part 1
What’s in a song? A lot when that song is Psalm 22. This Old Testament song of lament points us to a future event on the cross. Just as we can see in Isaiah 53 Jesus’ suffering from the Father’s perspective in Psalm 22, we get a glimpse of the agony of the cross from Jesus’ point of view. Today on "Discover the Word"!
Ever wonder what happened to Simon of Cyrene after he carried the cross? Part 5
Many characters in the Bible appear, participate in God's grand story, and then seemingly vanish from Scripture. Today on Discover the Word, let's do a little biblical speculation about the end of Simon of Cyrene's story. Discover some intriguing possibilities in our conversation!
Discover how one man’s holiday trip with his sons was interrupted by a Savior bearing a cross Part 3
Do your holiday celebrations ever go as planned? Doesn't it seem like there is always some sort of disruption that gets in the way? Our study continues as we discover how Simon's holiday was interrupted.
Looking at the events around Jesus’ crucifixion through the eyes of Simon of Cyrene Part 2
Jesus said, "Pick up your cross, and follow me." Join us for a fascinating discussion as we discover more about the man who picked up Jesus' cross.
Who was Simon of Cyrene and why is his perspective so important? Part 1
Two thousand years after the event, we still marvel at the death of Jesus. This week we are invited to walk around in the sandals of Simon of Cyrene as we follow Jesus towards Calvary.
Discover Malchus’ small role in a grand story Part 3
We can learn a lot from the prominent characters in the Bible, people like David, Esther, and Peter. But sometimes the minor personalities in Scripture can have just as much impact!
An insightful summary of the greatest book ever written Part 3
Remember writing book reports for school? The first question you always had to answer was, “What is this book about?” Find out what the Bible is all about.
Why baptism is more than an individual commitment, it’s a communal declaration! Part 5
Have you ever noticed that baptism is always a public event? You never hear of someone baptizing themselves in the bathtub!
Discover how to live like sons and daughters of the King! Part 4
We may believe we’re cherished children of God. But do we live like it? Do you need to be reminded of your identity in Christ?
Embracing God’s transformative work in the traditions we practice Part 2
Baptism can be a powerful declaration of faith. But take God out of the equation, and baptism becomes simply an empty ritual. Gain a new perspective.
