Author Archives: David Cartledge

On the night that Jesus was betrayed, his disciples fled leaving him to face his ordeal alone.  Peter flatly denied that he ever knew Jesus with oaths and curses.  So, when Jesus arose from death what message did he first … Continue reading →

Jesus is now in heaven with his heart open in love towards his Father. Nevertheless, his heart remains open in love towards us. For in the presence of his Father he constantly prays for us (Romans 8: 34). What sort … Continue reading →

Just before Jesus died, he told his friends some astonishing things about his love for them and for us. For example, he says, “As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you (John 15:9). The Father’s love for … Continue reading →

The Ascended Jesus is present with us where we are. However, he is present as the absent One. He is absent because he has left this world to be with his Father. He is now at the very centre of … Continue reading →

As I view the harrowing scenes in Ukraine I want to pray. But what do I pray for? How do I even begin? Paul says, “… the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what to pray … Continue reading →

While Jesus was with his friends his heart was always open towards them. And his feelings towards them will remain constant even after he leaves them and is exalted to his Father’s side. Jesus says, “I will not leave you … Continue reading →

As Jesus’ death drew near, he began to tell his friends that he was returning to his Father to share the glory he always had with his Father. How would Jesus feel about his friends when he was exalted in … Continue reading →

Jesus is now exalted to the highest place and given the name above every name. How does Jesus feel about us as he reigns supremely on high? Does he really care about us from his lofty position over all? We … Continue reading →

God the Father raised Jesus by his Spirit. Now, Jesus is reigning at his Father’s right hand. As the risen and reigning one, Jesus continues his work in and for us. He also continues his work through us for the … Continue reading →

Jesus came among us as the Lord who serves his Father and us in deep lowliness. He did so to the point of death on the cross. Therefore, the Father raised Jesus from the dead as the new man in … Continue reading →