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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART TWELVE
In Jesus’ time, there was little regard for women. The traditions and laws of the Jews were extremely hard on them. Women were allowed to be in the Outer Court of the temple, so they could see and hear what … Continue reading
THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART ONE
SOMEHOW THIS FIRST PART OF MY SERIES ON “THE MESSIAH IS HERE,” GOT LOST IN THE SHUFFLE. IT’S OUT OF ORDER SINCE I POSTED PART 15 YESTERDAY, BUT HOPEFULLY YOU WILL ENJOY IT. I’m beginning a series of stories, based … Continue reading
A LITTLE GOES A LONG WAY
The sun was at its peak in the middle of the day. Radiance danced across the lake as the young Rabbi spoke from a small boat. His voice filled the entire expanse. It was a voice of authority – a strong, … Continue reading
LAZARUS, MARY & MARTHA
Mary and Martha were Lazarus’ sisters and all of them called Jesus their friend. He’d been a guest in their home. Mary couldn’t get enough of His words and Martha was more concerned that the house was in order and … Continue reading
CLEAN, LIVING WATER
It was the hottest point of the day, when the woman came to draw water from Jacob’s well. Most likely she was trying to avoid the others who came in the coolness of morning. Those women had no use for her. … Continue reading
DROWNING IN TRADITION
At the time of Jesus’ unjust arrest, Annas was no longer the acting high priest of Judaea. He had originally been appointed by Quirinius for the position, when the Romans took over rule of the Jews. He served for ten years, … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – JOHN
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 sea of Galilee as did their father, … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – SOLDIERS WHO CRUCIFIED HIM
Who were these men who crucified Jesus? Many soldiers are mentioned in the Passion stolry who carried out the job of execution. It was their duty to do so. These soldiers had worked their way up through the ranks, exhibited great … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – PONTIUS PILATE
Pontius Pilate played a pivotal role in the crucifixion of Jesus, even though he had no reason to declare him guilty. The evidence brought against this criminal had nothing to do with Roman law. The only possible reason Pilate could … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – SIMON, THE LEPER
There is a lot said in the Bible about Leprosy. Today the disease is referred to as Hansen’s Disease and easily curable if caught soon enough. The laws concerning Leprosy are laid out in the book of Leviticus 13. The disease is thoroughly … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – HEROD ANTIPAS
Having come from a long line of sociopaths, Herod Antipas relished in the shock and awe of his domain. The more outlandish the behavior, the better. Like his father, Herod, the Great, he was much a chip off the old … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – ANNAS
At the time of Jesus’ unjust arrest, Annas was no longer the acting high priest of Judaea. He had originally been appointed by Quirinius for the position, when the Romans took over rule of the Jews. He served for ten … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – ROMAN CENTURION
He was a man around the same age as the one hanging on the center cross. This soldier was a leader of men. He’d come by his position through the ranks, after several years serving in the military. The requirements to become an … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – THE WOMAN WHO GRABBED A MIRACLE
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 was suffering from … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – THE THIEF ON THE CROSS
This has been a year of loss for us. Within the last two weeks we have watched the lives of two of our longtime friends ebb and succumb to the pangs of death, however we know that they are now free from their … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION STORY – JOHN, THE BAPTIST
This begins a series on the characters of the Passion of Christ for Lent An empty cradle sat collecting dust in the quiet home of an elderly couple. The woman prayed for many years to have children, but that hope … Continue reading
JOSEPH OF ARIMATHEA
He was a well respected member of the community, wealthy beyond most standards and a leader in the Sanhedrin. A native of Arimathea, he now called home Jerusalem. He undoubtedly knew that his life was soon coming to an end, … Continue reading
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