Jerusalem. That is where Jesus Christ was going. Luke mentioned Jesus going “on his way through towns and villages, teaching and journeying toward Jerusalem” (Lk. 13:22) [1] The Lord had an assignment in Jerusalem. Jerusalem will be the place where the central event of God’s unfolding plan of redemption takes place, and Jesus goes there … Continue reading Are Only a Few People Saved? A Look at the Narrow Gate in Luke 13:22-30.
Who raised Jesus up from the dead?
A skeptic wrongly objected to a Christian who stated Jesus raised Himself from the dead. She asserted that the Bible said otherwise, and then listed the verses below as proof text. “God raised him up” (Acts 2:24). [1] “You killed the Author of life, whom God raised from the dead” (Acts 3:15). “Jesus Christ of … Continue reading Who raised Jesus up from the dead?
Ashes to Ashes…But Something More
Ashes for Ash Wednesday. But what is this darkened soot placed upon my forehead? This dirt? It is an echo back to our primal memories. We are but dust and to dust we shall return. We are mortals with expiration dates. But the Lord God formed Adam from the dirt and breathed into his nostrils … Continue reading Ashes to Ashes…But Something More
What can Mustard and Yeast tell us about the Kingdom of God?
Matters that are neither important nor impressive are brushed off and dubbed small potatoes. Small potatoes can appear small and insignificant. But one ought never to judge things according to their appearance. Small things possess great potential. Dripping water over time can cut channels into granite. The mustard seed is something small with great … Continue reading What can Mustard and Yeast tell us about the Kingdom of God?
What Does it Mean to Repent?
Back in Jesus’ day there were conversations about the tragic falling of the Siloam tower in Jerusalem which ended eighteen lives. Another happening discussed concerned the Galileans who were pilgrimaging to Jerusalem but were apprehended and executed by Pilate.[1] The question inevitably came up: Did these people perish because of some sin each one of … Continue reading What Does it Mean to Repent?
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