Matthew 26:5

Wake up… Put on a stiff new outfit… Watch children battle over plastic eggs like their lives depend on it… Does this sound like Easter to you? Join in as we take a fresh, deeper look at the Easter season and the hope it’s meant to bring!

Religion is about appearance and manipulation. Real faith is about surrendering your heart to the One who created you and cares about you more than anyone else in the universe. In this 5-day devotional, read about Caiaphas, a person who was very religious, yet in spite of the many opportunities given by God, did not have a relationship with God.

For many of us, the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection is a familiar one. But, what about the week before? The days that lead up to Jesus’ death are filled with stories that give us insight into how he fulfilled God’s plan for creation in an unexpected, but powerful way. Experience his humanity and love for us as you walk with him through his final week on Earth.

Matthew writes to God’s people and walks them on a journey that will take them from where they are to be Disciple Makers. This is 24 of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew.  In this portion, Jesus closes out His discussion on what will He is looking for when He returns. He looks for wise and faithful, listening, gracious followers. Will that be us?