We are having a glimpse into heaven itself.

What is this time of year about? An opportunity to eat chocolate eggs? Hopefully your focus is on the Lord Jesus Christ. He came to die, but also to rise again. Without the resurrection there is no gospel, no good news. We do not think enough about the resurrection.

The book of Ruth is history looking at one person. It is easy to read the four chapters in one sitting. There is clear gospel application in the book.

You, as a christian, are responsible for the work of evangelism, sowing the seed of the word of God.

Christ's eyes pierce to the very depth of our being. He tells us how we really are. Outward appearance may be strength and riches, but what is your reality? What makes a lively church? Being busy is not what pleases the Lord. Real life in the church is inflamed by the faithful preaching of the word. When you first repented and believed, you were filled with love for Christ because he first loved us. In Revelation, Christ's last words are to individuals as well as to churches.