Category Archives: Lent
ASH WEDNESDAY
In Luke 22, where I left off on my Advent study, we find the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus. It begins with the preparation for the Passover meal, continues as Judas betrays the Son of God, Peter … Continue reading
THE STORY CONTINUES
During the season of Advent, I attempted to fulfill a 24 day study of the book of Luke. There are 24 chapters in this telling of the greatest story ever told. Unfortunately on the 22nd day, I became ill and … Continue reading
ROAD OF PASSION
It was over. Jesus triumphal entry into the holy city of Jerusalem ended like every day. This man who was thought to be the King of the Jews, the Messiah, the Savior was paraded down a cloak strewn road in … Continue reading
WHAT’S UP WITH ALL THE PARABLES?
READ MATTHEW 13:10-17 The teachings of Jesus were often wrapped in stories designed for the common man. They had a spiritual lesson tucked into an earthly tale which they could relate to – An earthly story with a heavenly … Continue reading
LOVE ONE ANOTHER
READ JOHN 13 In John 13 we’re given another commandment to follow. “Love one another, just as I have loved you.” Jesus loves everyone. He would turn no one away during His time on earth. He preached to and healed … Continue reading
HOW MANY TIMES MUST YOU BE TOLD?
READ LUKE 18:31-34 The crowds were unrelenting. The words spoken were inwardly digested. Jesus was performing miraculous deeds. Many were coming to faith in Him. It was getting close to His final time on earth and He needed more time … Continue reading
THE SYROPHOENICIAN WOMAN
READ MATTHEW 7:25-30 & MARK 15:21-28 Jesus had already proven His power over the devil. He used scripture to resist temptation in the desert. He exorcised many demons during His ministry. The word was out and everyone knew about it. There … Continue reading
TENDER SHEPHERD
READ MATTHEW 18:1-6 Jesus was the oldest child in His family, so He often had to look after His younger siblings. I imagine He looked much like a little shepherd, tending His sheep. He played with them, told them stories, sang songs with … Continue reading
WHAT’S IN A NAME?
READ JOHN 11:5-16 How many times have we Christians had our doubts? Be honest about this question, because humanly, it is impossible to believe what God has laid out as the plan for our salvation. Poor Thomas, the Apostle of … Continue reading
A CHOSEN NATION
READ MATTHEW 5 – THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT The children of Israel had been bound by the law and the rituals established over the centuries. They were constant reminders of the Covenant God had established with them. The Israelite … Continue reading
SONS OF THUNDER
READ LUKE 9:51-55 & MARK 3:17 John and his brother, James were disciples of John, the Baptist. They were fishermen, like many of the other apostles and the sons of Zebedee and Salome. They made their living fishing on the … Continue reading
A HUMAN VESSEL
She was just a simple girl – nothing special – not without sin – like us, yet God chose her to be the vessel which would carry the Son of God for nine months in her womb and hold His … Continue reading
FATHER OF LIES
READ MATTHEW 4:1-11 He was there in the Garden of Eden, slithering into human minds with deception and promises he had no right to make. He was there throughout Israel’s history, rearing his ugly head and hardening hearts against the … Continue reading
A NOBLE MAN’S SON
READ JOHN 4:46-54 When the rich man came to Jesus to have his sick son healed, we learn that Christ didn’t come to this world simply to save the poor, the destitute, the outcasts of society. He came to save all … Continue reading
THE COMPANY WE KEEP
READ LUKE 15:11-32 Jesus was a great story teller. His stories held His audience captive, because they could easily relate. His audience consisted of every day people like you and me. His critics were also among them. These fellows were on … Continue reading
THE NAYSAYERS
READ MATTHEW 23:1-15 The Pharisees came from a long line of religious tradition and strict adherence to the law of the God of Abraham. Jesus spent much of His youth in their temples filling His mind with the writings, the … Continue reading
SHE ROSE AND SERVED HIM
READ MATTHEW 8:14-15 Jesus had chosen Peter to be His first disciple and obviously had a special connection with him. So much so, that He often ate with Peter and his family. Yes, Peter was a married man and still he … Continue reading
COME CLOSER
Holding my breath in wild anticipation, I come to you prepared for the best, You reach out to me with loving arms, Your enfold me, You protect, You cover me, You fill me with love unending, Come closer, Let me … Continue reading
SPRING, SPRING, SPRING
“Every field wears a bonnet With some spring daisies on it, Even birds of a feather show their clothes off together. Sun’s gettin’ shinery, to spotlight the finery, Spring, Spring, Spring.“ FROM “SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS” I love musical … Continue reading
SHE TOUCHED HIS HEM
Read Mark 5:25-34 For twelve years she ‘d carried the burden of her disease. Not only was she wasting away because of the loss of blood she shed each day, but her finances were being eaten away as well. She … Continue reading
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