The cross is no benign decoration for wall or jewelry. It is a sign of shame and scandal. And it might have passed from human notice except for particular crucifixion over two thousand years ago. From Fleming Rutledge: We can begin with the oddity of the universally recognized signifier, “the crucifixion.” It will help us …
Ah, Holy Jesus is Robert Bridges’ translation of Johann Heermann original lyric. It also features on Fernando Ortega’s The Crucifixion Of Jesus album.
I’ve been listening to Fernando Ortega’s new album The Crucifixion Of Jesus for a few weeks now. A grouping of songs and readings dealing with the portions of the Gospels that recount the passion of Jesus, the album as a whole is a very satisfying listen, and the sum of the whole enhances appreciation of …
Heidelberg Catechism – Lord’s Day 16 40. Q. Why did Christ have to suffer death? A. Because the righteousness and truth of God are such that nothing else could make reparation for our sins except the death of the Son of God. 41. Q. Why was he “buried”? A. To confirm the fact that he …
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