Luke 7:36-50 The parable of the Lender is not to be confused with the parable of the Unmerciful Servant found in Matthew 18:23. It is vital to follow the flow of events and context when studying God’s Word. Often, prior verses are connected to what is being taught. In this case, we learn that JesusContinue reading “The Parable Of The Moneylender”
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Why Do We Pray In Jesus’ Name?
Why do many end their prayers “In Jesus’ name?” To figure this out, let us start with what prayer is. Prayer is holding a conversation and building a relationship with God by letting him know about every aspect of our life, including our problems and woes, as well as happiness and joy. Not that GodContinue reading “Why Do We Pray In Jesus’ Name?”
Plan of Salvation
I would be amiss in writing about Jesus and not mentioning the free gift he came to give us, the plan of Salvation. Before Adam and Eve sinned, man was designed to live forever in harmony with God. After their sin, man became spiritually dead to God. This spiritual death caused a separation between manContinue reading “Plan of Salvation”
New Book Release, Who Is Jesus?
I have thoroughly enjoyed my journey in writing this fascinating book about Jesus from his birth to his resurrection and beyond. I myself have learned a few things I did not know. It is my deepest desire to share what I have learned with you. While researching and meditating on the Bible, I found thatContinue reading “New Book Release, Who Is Jesus?”
Beatitudes & Woes
BLESSINGS Jesus began his sermon with what is known as the Beatitudes, which is basically a simple list of virtues and values that will result in blessings and rewards. Their purpose is to help us understand the blessings God has in store for us and what it means to be a follower of Jesus. TheContinue reading “Beatitudes & Woes”
Prophet?
What is a prophet? A prophet is an inspired teacher or proclaimer of the will of God. Prophets often performed miracles through the power of God, not themselves. Prophets often told of events that would happen in the future. So, are the religions that refer to Jesus as a prophet wrong? Yes, IF that isContinue reading “Prophet?”
Jesus’ Lineage and Earthly Family – Part 2
EARTHLY FAMILY We know that Jesus is the Son of God. His mother was Mary, and his foster father was Joseph. However, some do not realize that Jesus had half-brothers and half-sisters. God’s plan was for Jesus to live with and experience the life of mankind. To feel the good and bad experiences so heContinue reading “Jesus’ Lineage and Earthly Family – Part 2”
Jesus’ Lineage and Earthly Family
Today we will look at Jesus’ lineage. The Genealogy of Jesus is found in Matthew 1:2-16 and Luke 3:23-38. It is confusing that Luke starts out by saying Joseph, the son of Heli. We know that Jacob is Joseph’s father, making Heli (Eli) Joseph’s stepfather, not his father; therefore, Luke gives Mary’s genealogy, and Joseph’sContinue reading “Jesus’ Lineage and Earthly Family”
The Sermon On The Mount
Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount of Olives in the synagogue of Capernaum. This was his most famous and the most famous sermon ever given by anyone. But what was the purpose of this sermon? The Bible tells us to teach his disciples and the multitude of people that were present.“And seeing the multitudes,Continue reading “The Sermon On The Mount”
Why Did Jesus Curse Capernaum, Chorazin, and Bethsaida?
Capernaum was the hometown of Matthew and was close to Bethsaida, the hometown of Peter. It is in this area that Jesus recruited several of his disciples. The Bible indicates that Jesus stayed in the homes of his followers in Capernaum. It is noted that Jesus referred to Capernaum as his own city:“And he enteredContinue reading “Why Did Jesus Curse Capernaum, Chorazin, and Bethsaida?”
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