Today is Good Friday—the day Jesus, our Savior, paid our debt and ransomed our souls, defeating Satan and sin. Six hours of hell. Immeasurable physical, emotional, and spiritual pain endured by the Son of God on the cross. And yet, that agony resulted in immeasurable blessing, glory, and redemption for us. Truly, Good Friday was only really good—for us. Sometimes we minimize the suffering Jesus went through. Our minds can’t grasp it. So we unconsciously think, “Well, yes, it was…
What a smorgasbord taught me about favoritism, humility, and a well-timed rebuke. Last Tuesday was the annual CrossNet fundraising banquet—an event that draws the “who’s who” of Christian giving in our area. Held at Shady Maple Smorgasbord, it’s a wonderful night where local business leaders and representatives from dozens of churches gather to celebrate the incredible work CrossNet does—providing help and hope in Jesus’ name. It’s always sold out, and this year was no exception, with over 900 people crammed…