Author Archives: Bill Rasco

Throughout the Bible, we find the promise of transformation. One of my favorites is found in this week’s reading. Hebrews 10:14 says, “…because by one sacrifice he has made perfect forever those who are being made holy.” I love that … Continue reading →

As the Book of Hebrews opens, the writer builds a framework that shapes the whole book. Jesus is supreme. Jesus is superior to the angels. Jesus is superior to Moses. Jesus is superior to any king or ruler in the … Continue reading →

This week we will be reading 1 and 2 Timothy. Next week we will read through the Book of Titus. Together they form what we call the “pastoral epistles.” Simply put, they are letters (epistles) written to help guide someone … Continue reading →

I love to read through 1 Thessalonians. As Paul writes to the church in Thessalonica, you can feel the love that pours out from his heart onto the page. He speaks of their faith and their love for each other. … Continue reading →

Written by John Newton and published in 1779, the song “Amazing Grace” holds a dear spot in the hearts of many. It is a song that calls us to see Jesus in both the moments that create today and in … Continue reading →

“Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” – Ephesians 5:1-2 Throughout the Bible, … Continue reading →

Galatians 4:4 holds one of those phrases that seems to have embedded itself in my heart. “But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son…” With these words, Paul paints a picture of the time from … Continue reading →

“But, ‘Let him who boasts boast in the Lord.’” – 2 Corinthians 10:17 Paul quotes Jeremiah 9:24 here as he talks to the church in Corinth. His reminder is clear, if there is anything that is praiseworthy in life, it … Continue reading →

It is always funny to me to watch as a new baby comes into the church building. People flock around to congratulate the new parents and to see “who the baby looks like.” Does the baby have the father’s nose … Continue reading →

One of the most often quoted and best loved portions of the Bible is found in our reading this week. First Corinthians 13 is a chapter that speaks about love. When I was in college, I got a card in … Continue reading →