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Posted on January 16, 2016

Ten Questions: #3 – Why trust the Bible?

Summary The opening story in this chapter depicts what appears to be a conflicting account of a tragic accident. This is ultimately resolved to show how both parts of the story were correct and sets the stage for improving our understanding of how the gospel accounts are told from different perspectives and how this actually …

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Posted on November 29, 2015

Healing of blind Bartimaeus and his companion

Though many rebuked the blind men for shouting out to Jesus, they continued and even got louder. Interesting. Bartimaeus and his companion heard the commotion, they knew something unusual was happening and so they asked for clarification and found out that “Jesus of Nazareth is passing by.” This might be the only opportunity they get …

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Posted on November 14, 2015

Jesus Wept and Lazarus Walked

As Jesus explained in the previous text, he now arrives at the scene where Lazarus has been in the tomb for four days–he is dead. Both Martha and Mary cry out to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died.” This was a family that Jesus knew well, they must have …

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Posted on November 3, 2015

Jesus at a Pharisee’s House

Here is another miracle that was 1) performed on the Sabbath and 2) for someone who didn’t apparently ask (not that he wasn’t thankful), repent or confess Jesus as Lord. To add to the interest of this particular interaction, this was in front of a prominent Pharisee and his compatriots who “remained silent” and “had nothing to …

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Posted on August 20, 2015

Conflict over the tradition of ceremonial uncleanness

Jewish leaders ignore the miraculous healing of people and focus their attention on their rules and regulations. Thoughts about serving othersThis link includes a list of posts about Serving the Least, the Lost, and the Lonely.My prayer is for you to join me on this journey. Subscribe to this blog below to get an email …

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Posted on August 13, 2015August 15, 2020

Feeding the 5,000

One of the few miracles covered by all four Gospels, Jesus steps in and feeds a huge crowd. The Disciples hadn’t eaten, and it was getting late. Jesus understands these difficulties and chooses to feed the crowd. Mark 6:31 adds an interesting detail: “they did not even have a chance to eat.” It makes me …

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Posted on August 5, 2015

A Prophet without Honor

Matthew ends this interesting section with a sad statement: “And he did not do many miracles there because of their lack of faith.” Thoughts about serving othersThis link includes a list of posts about Serving the Least, the Lost, and the Lonely.My prayer is for you to join me on this journey. Subscribe to this …

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Posted on August 4, 2015

Jesus heals the blind and the mute

Three miracles of healing and another blasphemous accusation: Thoughts about serving othersThis link includes a list of posts about Serving the Least, the Lost, and the Lonely.My prayer is for you to join me on this journey. Subscribe to this blog below to get an email when a new post is available.Let the Word evoke …

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Posted on May 17, 2015

John’s insight into Jesus’ early ministry

Jesus’ first miracle: water becomes wine: Jesus Clears the Temple Courts as his ministry begins: Thoughts about serving othersThis link includes a list of posts about Serving the Least, the Lost, and the Lonely.My prayer is for you to join me on this journey. Subscribe to this blog below to get an email when a …

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