In Jesus' final sign, recorded in John 11:1-54, he raised his friend Lazarus from the dead. As a sign, it was not to be a regular occurrence but an extraordinary event that pointed to Jesus as the only source of life from the dead and of eternal life. In the face of death, Jesus expressed anger and sadness even as he exercised dominance. Jesus' mastery over death should interest all who lose loved ones or who will themselves eventually die. (sermon notes)
The parable of the workers in the vineyard reminds us that entering the kingdom of God is not about our work but God’s generosity.
If we died and rose with Christ, we need to strip off the rags of the old life and put on the habits of...
In his opening thanksgiving and prayer, Paul focused on our three most important days.
