Tag: Jesus

Space at the Table

Posted by: admin in Rachel Skirvin on May 12th

My brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory. For if a man wearing a gold ring and fine clothing comes into your assembly, and a poor man in shabby clothing also comes in, and if you pay attention to the one who wears the fine… View Article

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He Chose Not To

Posted by: admin in Rachel Skirvin on April 5th

Around this time last year, right before the pandemic wrecked travel plans, I took a trip to New Jersey to visit the gravesite where my mother was laid to rest when I was just a child. It was springtime there and the weather was absolutely beautiful. I got there early and spent the whole day… View Article

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The Timeliness of the Tomb

Posted by: Rachel Skirvin in Rachel Skirvin on March 3rd

In about a month we will once again celebrate Easter. This is a time of remembrance and sorrow followed by immense rejoicing. I have always loved this time, even before I really grasped the true meaning of it. The spring weather, the family gatherings, and the love felt all around. Mixed in is the miracle… View Article

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After the Heart

Posted by: Rachel Skirvin in Rachel Skirvin on January 5th

I love it when a scripture I have read for years jumps off the pages and grips me in a brand new way. On an ordinary day I began to dig deep into the story of a man that changed the way sinners receive grace. I had one of those moments recently that make you… View Article

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Grace

Posted by: Rachel Skirvin in Rachel Skirvin on April 8th

I have no catchy title or opening line for this article because grace needs no formal introduction. It is in itself something beautiful. It is one of the hardest concepts for some people to grasp but one of the most wonderful realities to behold. Grace, by definition is “the free and unmerited favor of God,… View Article

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