Let us embrace this truth reverently, and cling to it firmly. Christ is He who has the keys of death and hell. Christ is the anointed Priest, who alone can absolve sinners. Christ is the fountain of living waters, in whom alone we can be cleansed. Christ is the Prince and Savior, who alone can give repentance and remission of sins. In Him all fullness dwells. He is the way, the door, the light, the life, the Shepherd, the altar of refuge. He that has the Son has life—and he that has not the Son has not life. May we all strive to understand this. No doubt men may easily think too little of God the Father, and God the Spirit, but no man ever thought too much of Christ. (J.C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the Gospels)

By Cesar Vigil-Ruiz

Feliz Monday!

• Crossway posted every day last week in anticipation of Easter Sunday. Each post has a video clip describing the events that took place leading up to the resurrection, with valuable information that should guide you through meditation and worship of our Risen Lord. Make sure to check them out: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
• As is a custom around Easter, the mass media has something to say about the ‘false beliefs’ of Christianity by injecting a different narrative into the culture. This time around, it’s a papyrus fragment some scholars have called, ‘The Gospel of Jesus’ Wife.’ Ever the valiant soldier in defense of truth, Al Mohler gives his comments on the fragment and the controversy surrounding it. Don’t be surprised if this comes up among non-Christian family, coworkers and friends, and don’t be tongue-tied when asked for your thoughts. Be informed.
• How do you deal with discontentment in your life? This is a theme that has been addressed at our church in the past, and will probably continue to be in the future. And yet, are we aware of the rich resources we have at our disposal to deal with discontentment? Recently, Thabiti Anyabwile and Richard Phillips spoke at a conference in New Mexico addressing this very theme. You would be wise to listen to some of the messages that were preached there.
• CBMW has begun a new series addressing the marring of manhood. The organization plans on writing about the passive/aggressive tendencies found in men today and how Scripture holds up an ideal far surpassing the natural inclinations of our hearts. The first post lays out the goals, and the second post gets into overcoming passivity. Men, let us grow to become loving and humble leaders for the sake of Christ. Let us learn to lead the sisters He has placed in our lives.
• What does the death of Christ mean? Paul Tautges explains five truths from 1 Peter 3:18 that answer this vital question.
• To cover all bases, Stand to Reason has provided a helpful guide in understanding what happened during the final week leading up to Christ’s death and resurrection, why they happened, and why we can trust they actually took place. Easter has come and gone, but don’t let this opportunity to worship Christ go by without proper reflection and response as His followers.

That’s all for today! I hope you all continue to reflect on the cross and resurrection of our Lord, drawing you to worship Him throughout the week, and also the rest of your life!

Soli Deo Gloria