The only way to truly be whole and complete is for our identity to be centered around “Christ in us.”
Today's verse: Colossians 1:27-28
You are God’s priceless treasure – in your good moments, and in your bad. And, when you know how loved you are, you can pass that love on to your friends, neighbors, and your children.
Today's verse: 1 Peter 1:18-19
Because of the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus, sin no longer has the power to separate us from God or each other.
Today's verse: 1 Corinthians 15:55-57
God had a plan from the beginning. From Adam to Christ to now, He has known what would and should happen.
Today's verse: 1 Corinthians 15:20-22
It is important that our actions match our words – it matters to Jesus and it matters to our kids.
Today's verse: Romans 10:9-10
In the end, God is going to win. Whether we think the story is foolish or powerful, God will be triumphant.
Today's verse: 1 Corinthians 1:18
Christ's blood covers our sins. He freely offers us grace even though we regularly fail to live up to the task of being image-bearers of our glorious God.
Raising kids to follow Jesus will often feel counterintuitive, especially when we compare it to the culture around us. True happiness is typically found when we deny ourselves for the sake of others.
The guilt I feel for my sins is the painful reminder of what I've done, but I've also got this scripture as a reminder of how Christ healed me spiritually.
As we reflect on Easter, we're reminded that the celebration of Sunday was preceded by the sacrifice of Friday. And just like Easer, many of our family celebrations are the result of family sacrifices as well.
