In times of distress and in times of grief we turn to Christ because we know of his compassion and because he has given us a new perspective on death. Two additional readings that pair well with these verses are Lamentations 3:22-33 and 2 Corinthians 4:7-15.

God gives us gifts with a purpose. Some intentional gifts from our Ascended Lord are grace and growth. Two additional readings that pair well with these verses are Acts 1:1-11 and Luke 24:44-53.

Put on the full armor of God and keep alert in prayer so that you may stand against the devil’s schemes! Two additional readings that pair well with these verses are 1 Kings 18:21-39 and Mark 9:14-27.

Romans 5:1-11 – A heart full of God’s love is personified by peace and proved in suffering. Two additional readings that pair well with these verses are Job 1:13-22 and Mark 8:31-38.

Revelation 7:9-17 – Amen! Amen is a word used in the Bible to express that something is most certainly true. It is most certainly true that as Christians our tribulation is temporary, and our celebration is eternal. Two additional readings that pair well with these verses are 1 John 3:1-3 and Matthew 5:1-12.

John 2:13-22 – What does ‘zeal’ even mean?? Listen and find out! We worship with zeal, not by checking boxes, but by checking Scripture. Two additional readings that pair well with these verses are Exodus 20:1-17 and 1 Corinthians 1:18-25.

Hebrews 12:1-3 – As we fix our eyes on Jesus, we learn of his love, and we run with perseverance. Two additional readings that pair well with these verses are Zechariah 9:9-12 and Mark 11:1-10.

John 18:33-40 – This Lent sermon explains what it means to

Mark 9.2-9 – Sometimes we just need some time alone, and sometimes we just need some time alone with Jesus. Time alone with Jesus is best spent listening and is perfect for encouraging. Two additional readings that pair well with these verses are 2 Kings 2:1-12a and 2 Corinthians 4:3-6.

John 3:14-21 – There is no hiding the Gospel. God has made it plain to see! The gospel is this: God loves all people. And if he loves all people, then he loves this person (that’s you, listener!) Two additional readings that pair well with these verses are Numbers 21:4-9 and Ephesians