We need more than just transparent, run of the mill Christians; we need those who’ve been changed and are committed to the cause of Christ.

When we are confronted by a situations that was beyond our ability to resolve.

When we lack ability, and are unsure what to do, Jesus can provide for our need. He possesses great power, and cares about our need.

If we are to reach those who need Christ, stabilize the exodus from the church, and ensure spiritu

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The amazing thing about Easter is not that the son of God can die on a cross, be declared dead and buried, and then blast out of His grave alive again on the third day.

The amazing thing is that He would do that for you and me.

It is not that He could do it that boggles our thinking;

it is that He would do it for you and me.

Jesus was committed to fulfilling the plan of redemption.

Hopefully we will be reminded of the great love and commitment Christ had for us, and such a reminder should stir our hearts with love and commitment for Him.

Like the Pharisees of old, our lives are measured by what is in our hearts, instead of the life we portray before men. It is possible to have a form of righteousness, but actually have a defiled heart.