Peter, James, and John were with Jesus on a mountain praying when something extraordinarily took place. The three disciples noticed Jesus praying when “the appearance of his face was altered, and his clothing became dazzling white” (Lk. 9:29). [1] Mark and Matthew describe the appearance of the Lord as being “transfigured” (Mk. 9:3; Matt. 17.2).[2] … Continue reading What is the Significance of Jesus’ Transfiguration?
Is God a Man?
The Lord’s prayer beings, “Father, hallowed be your name” (Luke 11:2; cf. Matt. 6:9).[1] Elsewhere, Jesus addressed the Father as “Abba” (Mk. 14:36; cf. Rm. 8:15; Gal. 4:6), which is “the Aramaic word for ‘Papa,’ a term of great intimacy and affectionate respect.”[2] We can address God as “Father” or even “Papa.” But can we … Continue reading Is God a Man?
What is an Apostle?
Jesus spent all night on a mountain praying, and coming down the next morning, “he called his disciples and chose from them twelve, whom he named apostles: Simon, whom he named Peter [Cephas], and Andrew his brother, and James and John, and Philip, and Bartholomew [Nathaniel], and Matthew, and Thomas [Didymus], and James the son … Continue reading What is an Apostle?
Will We Beat Disease and Death? Jesus, Jairus’ Daughter, and the Bleeding Woman.
Imagine disease and death personified. Unobjectionably, the pair would be of the most contemptable, misanthropic sadistic individuals we would ever come across. Released long ago, they have been lurking about since the time of Adam and Eve. These monsters roam about unfettered relentlessly striking anyone who comes in their path whether day or night. They … Continue reading Will We Beat Disease and Death? Jesus, Jairus’ Daughter, and the Bleeding Woman.
Easter Sunday 2023: He has Risen!
I wish everyone blessings on this glorious Resurrection Sunday. He has risen! He has risen indeed! Mark tells us that after the Sabbath, when the sun had risen, that Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome went to the tomb where the body of Jesus was laid. They asked themselves, “Who will roll … Continue reading Easter Sunday 2023: He has Risen!