by Hans Jorgensen | Feb 17, 2023 | Devotions
This Sunday we hear Matthew’s account of Jesus’ transfiguration. As Moses and Elijah had major mountaintop experiences, so did Jesus. On the mountain, Jesus had an experience where Moses and Elijah spoke with him in brilliant glory. If you’ve ever had a dream or...
by Hans Jorgensen | Feb 10, 2023 | Devotions
In Matthew 5-7, Jesus taught in the Sermon on the Mount about a challenging path of discipleship that also brings joy, especially in times of need. Jesus said a number of times in those chapters, “You have heard that it was said…but I say to you.” Jesus engages deeply...
by Hans Jorgensen | Feb 3, 2023 | Devotions
The new believers in Corinth often jostled with one another for prominence. They showed immaturity in their faith community. When Paul visited them, he didn’t speak in lofty words of wisdom or mystery. No, it was more down-to-earth. As we’ll hear on Sunday, Paul said,...
