How do we get back our sense of awe and wonder?
The resurrection restores astonishment.
We recover awe when we acknowledge the greatness of Jesus’ sacrifice, the depth of our sin, and the height of his love — all in the person of Christ. ~ Jonathan K Dodson
We acknowledge the depth of our sin.
Romans 3: 10-18
Luke 5:27-32
We acknowledge the greatness of Jesus’ sacrifice.
Hebrews 9:11-28
We acknowledge the height of his love.
Romans 5:6-11
Ephesians 3:14, 17-19
Note: This message has been re-recorded the day after our worship gathering as the live broadcast had technical issues.
Mark 8:31-32
Mark 9:31
Mark 10:33-34
Matthew 27:62-66
Readings:
Luke 24:1-16
Luke 24:28-46
John 21:1-14
Luke 24:50-53
Five signs that LOVE IS RISING:
sense of awe
pursuit of Jesus
spiritual passion
heart of worship spirit of joy
Is there a love for Jesus rising in you?
Nehemiah 12:27-47
Nehemiah 13:1-31
People are terrible, and God’s people (sometimes) are the worst!
We’re not that different from the people in Nehemiah’s day
“Man is of his own nature, fleshly and carnal, corrupt, sinful and disobedient to God without any spark of goodness in him, without any virtuous or Godly motion; only given to evil thoughts and deeds.”
~ Scott Baker
Many years have gone by since man failed to obey. Unable to help ourselves, though we try, for by one man, all have gone astray; The goodness of man? Still a lie. Depravity then; corruption today.
This world lies in darkness with no lasting satisfaction. Chasing after the wind and every form of vile distraction; never considering the end of the chase. ~DW
Genesis 6:5
