Category Archives: Bible

W. G. Ovens, 1870–1945 (verse 1)Gladys W. Roberts, 1888–? (verses 2–5) To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His steps. (1 Peter 2:21)Death by crucifixion was one of the worst forms of dying. No Roman citizen was ever crucified; this horrible death wasContinue reading “WOUNDED FOR ME”

Jennie Evelyn Hussey, 1874–1958 Consider Him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. (Hebrews 12:3)This is the season of the year when we give special attention to Christ’s suffering, death, and victorious resurrection. In the church calendar, an awareness of these events begins with theContinue reading “LEAD ME TO CALVARY”

If I could choose one fundamental hope Christians center our faith around, it would be Jesus’ proof that even death can be overcome. He is risen indeed, and lives! We have a Bible full of historical facts and promises as evidence. Yes, we’re born with a finite earthly life, into what feels like a worldContinue reading “Where Does the Phrase ‘He Is Risen Indeed’ Come From?”

“He is risen indeed, Alleluia!”). This ancient phrase is similar to the Greek one, and echoes the greeting of the angel to Mary Magdalene and Mary, the mother of James, as they arrived at the sepulchre to anoint the body of Jesus: “He is not here; for he has risen, as he said” (Matthew 28:6).Continue reading ““He is risen; He is risen, indeed” “

OPPOSITION TO THE KINGMatthew 12–13 “A wicked and adulterous generation asks for a miraculous sign! But none will be given it except the sign of the Prophet Jonah” (Matt. 12:39). As it became increasingly clear that one must choose for or against Jesus, opposition to Him and to His kingdom hardened. Today too some rejectContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”