Commentary on Luke 24:44-53
The Ascension is not an easy day to preach. Luke is the only gospel that [...]

The Ascension is not an easy day to preach. Luke is the only gospel that [...]

The final night’s conversation between Jesus and his disciples continues. Jesus has made clear that [...]

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Having grown up in churches that sang vigorous hymns about the cross’s redemptive power, I [...]

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