Creative Space for Wanderers
The Narrow Door…the hard choice. Jesus preached that we should consider taking the road less traveled, the path that is perhaps the least favorite. The people asked, “Lord, are only a few people going to be saved?” They go the sense that this wasn’t going to be easy and Jesus doesn’t hold back and give …
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Just three short verses that assume you’ve been reading the narrative. There is a very special relationship between Jesus and John the Baptist; here Jesus visits the place where he preached about the coming Messiah and baptized many. In this place, many came to know Christ. Thoughts about serving othersThis link includes a list of …
Relentless in His pursuit to reach people, “Jesus went through the towns and villages, teaching as he made his way to Jerusalem.” His teaching on the Mustard Seed is included in Matthew, Mark and Luke while the parable of the yeast is recalled in Matthew and Luke. Shore verses with strong impact–perhaps we should consider …
Sometimes the Bible seems to avoid being direct, other times it’s quite clear. Here’s a mix: Pilate mixed blood with sacrifices. In other words, he had Galileans slaughtered along with their sacrifices. What was that about? Jesus doesn’t miss a beat, “unless you repent, you too will perish.” Not that he isn’t saddened by Pilate’s …
Unable to see the turbulent spiritual battles in front of them, Jesus tells us (“he said to the crowd”) to look at the evidence in front of us. The NIV Study Bible notes provide this insight: Despite the insistence of the Pharisees, despite the Roman system and even despite the pressure of family, a person …
The peace that Jesus brings is Peace with the Father. This will result in conflict as Satan will not be satisfied with anything the draws people to Christ–expect problems! Families will be divided. It’s interesting to read how Jesus expresses his desire to be beyond this baptism, these constraints. I have a baptism to undergo, …
Matthew, Mark and Luke all include warnings to be watchful, to be ready at all times–for all to be on guard. In this passage, Jesus provides a parable to underscore the importance of being alert by prepared for the master’s return–any time. From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from …
I should have included this passage when I covered (see post here), but it’s ok to visit this twice, if not providential! Instead of focusing on the first half, “do not worry,” let’s focus on the second part, “But seek his kingdom…where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Thoughts about serving othersThis …