Resurrection Letters Vol. 1 Devotion: Maybe Next Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wI3eMCzOfFA Scripture: Revelation 21 Devotional: Austin Padgett It would be easy to take this title completely out of context, considering recent events in our world. “Oh well, maybe things will be better next year.” or “Maybe I will be able to buy that house next year.”, “Maybe I will get to take that vacation next year.” Because these were some of the first things that came to my mind after reading the title. But after you have listened to the song, you will quickly see that is not what Andrew Peterson is talking about. “I made my way [...]
Resurrection Letters Vol 1. Devotional: I’ve Seen Too Much
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIeFirvD7-I Devotion: Jordan Whitehead Scripture: Luke 24:39-46 Andrew Peterson’s song “I’ve Seen Too Much” is a reflection on the disciples personal encounter with the resurrected Christ. In Luke 24:36-49 Jesus appears to his disciples after being crucified, yet standing on his own two feet. Shoulders squared. Looking them all in the eyes. And in a time of crisis and fear Jesus speaks words of truth and encouragement. “Peace to you.” (Luke 24:36) The disciples are stunned. With rapid blinks and rubbing of their eyes the reality of resurrection power overwhelms them. They can hardly believe what they are [...]
Resurrection Letters Vol. 1 Devotional: Remember Me
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nzt8fZr-T1E Scripture: Luke 23:39-43 Devotional: Justin Padgett Andrew Peterson’s song “Remember Me” is based off of Luke 23:39-43. In this passage, we are told about one of the robbers that was crucified beside Jesus. As the soldiers and the other man being crucified mock Jesus, this one man professes faith in Christ. This criminal confesses both his sinfulness and his belief that Jesus is the long-awaited king. This passage reminds us of who we are, who Jesus is, and what he has done for us. “Remember Me” tells the story in such a way that it also reveals [...]
Resurrection Letters Devotional: Remember and Proclaim
https://youtu.be/ZHcIEDXXIq4 Devotional: Daniel Montalvo Scripture : And when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, “This is my body, which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” In the same way also he took the cup, after supper, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.” For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes. – 1 Corinthians 11:24-26. Remember and proclaim. The very essence of the song by Andrew [...]
Resurrection Letters Devotional: Is He Worthy?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIahc83Kvp4 Take a moment and listen to this powerful song about our Sovereign Sufficient Savior Jesus the Christ. Then read and reflect upon the truths from Revelation 5 below. Is He Worthy? Devotion: Dan Robertson Scripture to Read: Revelation 5 Andrew Peterson’s song “Is He Worthy?” is inspired by Revelation chapter 5. Revelation 5 doesn’t ask the question, “Is he worthy?” Rather, it asks the question “Who is worthy to open the scroll and break its seals?” The Apostle John had been given a glorious vision of a sacred scroll sealed with seven seals. However, John began to [...]
Witnesses in Quarantine: John 19: 16-42 Discussion Questions
During this pandemic in what ways have you been reminded that you aren’t in control and how does it comfort you to know that Jesus in control? How has being a member of our church family helped you through this time? How will you help others in our church family this week? How are you tempted to finish your salvation with good works and how will you trust that Jesus finished it? How are you tempted to despair that certain sins are unforgivable and how will you trust that Jesus finished it? What opportunities have you had to bear witness during this [...]