"He has rescued us from the domain of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of the Son He loves." (Col. 1:13, HCSB) During the forty-seven days between Lent and Easter, Christians are called to walk along the path of faith with Jesus Christ, experiencing challenge and triumph alike, before arriving at that wondrous place where eternal life in God wins ultimate victory over death. In this volume, which follows the Liturgical Year A studies and is dated for use in 2014, read along with theologian Mark Fredericksen as he explores both well-known and oft-forgotten scriptures, tying all...

Therefore will the Lord himself give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and shall bring forth a son, and call his name Immanuel. (Isaiah 7:14) Love comes down at Christmas, and it is a love that all generations need, especially today. That Love is a King, a servant, a teacher, a crucified lamb who takes away the sin of the world. When love comes down, He takes a lowly place in a manager, and He strengthens the world with gentleness, quiet reason, and capable discourse. He is from the Father in heaven, and He keeps a promise made. Mark Fredericksen offers his latest meditation book...