Logos StaffThis Easter season saw the release of two major films about Jesus: The Young Messiah, based on Anne Rice’s 2005 novelization of Jesus’ earliest years, and Risen, a biblical epic recast as a historical mystery starring Joseph Feinnes. Depicting...
Martin WeberConsidering Jesus’ last words on the cross anew enriches our appreciation for what we celebrate every Easter. Jesus on the cross was more than a very good man having a very bad day. At Calvary, “God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto...
Mark WardWhy is the most important Christian holiday not mentioned by name in the Bible? Actually, the word “Easter” does appear in the Bible, but only once—and only in one translation. Among all major English translations of the Scripture, only the King...
Taylor BlomquistLooking for ideas for how to prepare for Lent? Start with these popular titles: Top Lenten resources Continue your Lenten journey of fasting, prayer, and meditation by saving on popular products during the Lent sale. Ever wonder what resources...
Ryan NelsonEaster Sunday is just around the corner. As you prepare for your service and meditate on the glory of the cross, here are some songs that are particularly popular on Easter: “In Christ Alone” Easter is a time to remember Christ’s...
Tayler BeedePalm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, followed by a season of sorrow, hope, and great joy. Holy Week is a time to remember Jesus’ amazing victory over death. It’s a distinct and important time for Christians to reflect on and celebrate...
Ray Deck IIIIt probably felt funny standing on the Galilean hillside that spring after everything that had happened. The people were all familiar, but not quite the same. I imagine Peter looking over Jesus’ shoulder, expecting the Roman cavalry to crest...
It would have been hard to get through 2012 without hearing or seeing the acronym YOLO (You Only Live Once). The term regularly trended on Twitter, showed up in Facebook news feeds, and quickly became part of the pop culture vernacular. Like a...
Amanda OlsonIn many Christian traditions (Catholic, Lutheran, Methodist, Anglican and Presbyterian), this Wednesday marks the first day of Lent. For 40 days, observers everywhere will be forsaking things like meat, chocolate, or television—all in preparation...
Guest AuthorEverybody wants glory, but not everyone is willing to pay the price required to attain it. Jesus’ path to glory was not through teaching, preaching, healing, or any of the works he did during his earthly ministry. His path to glory led through the...
Phil GonsEaster weekend is my favorite time of the year because it provides an occasion for focused reflection on the historical events that are at the heart of the gospel and the Christian faith—the death and resurrection of Jesus by the Father through the...