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Women of the Bible – Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene Her name means: “Bitterness” Her character: Though mistakenly characterized as a prostitute in many popular writings, the Bible says only that Mary was possessed by seven demons. She probably suffered a serious mental or physical illness from which Jesus delivered her. She is a beautiful example of aRead More …
Men of the Bible – The Prodigal Son and the Elder Brother
The Prodigal Son and the Elder Brother Their work: These men worked for their father, a wealthy landowner. Their character: Both of the brothers were sinners. One committed the sin of unrighteous living and the other the sin of self-righteousness. Their sorrow: Both men were alienated from their father. GeographyRead More …
Master Storyteller: Jesus conveys deep truth in gripping stories
Master Storyteller: Jesus conveys deep truth in gripping stories Luke 15 Luke 15:32 “This brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.” Using simple, homespun images, Jesus expresses profound truths in a way that holds his audience captive. His parables (concise short stories)Read More …
Women of the Bible – The Widow with the Two Coins
The Widow with the Two Coins Her character: Though extremely poor, she is one of the most greathearted people in the Bible. Just after warning his disciples to watch out for the teachers of the law, who devour widows’ houses, Jesus caught sight of her in the temple. He mayRead More …
Men of the Bible – Lazarus
Lazarus His name means: “God Helps” His work: Lazarus was the brother of Martha and Mary, the family who hosted Jesus in their home when he traveled through Bethany. His character: Little is known about Lazarus other than that he was one of Jesus’ close friends. His sorrow: Lazarus hadRead More …
Lyrics for the Living God
Lyrics for the Living God Psalm 33 The psalms were meant to be sung—and shouted Psalm 33:3 Sing to him a new song; play skillfully, and shout for joy. William Booth, believing the 19th-century English church had become too refined to reach the cities’ poor, took the gospel into theRead More …
Women of the Bible – Salome, Mother of the Zebedees
Salome, Mother of the Zebedees Her name means: “Peace” Her character: A devoted follower of Jesus, whose husband ran a fishing business, she shared the common misconception that the Messiah would drive out the Romans and establish a literal kingdom in Palestine. Her name was probably Salome. Her sorrow: ToRead More …
Men of the Bible – The Man by the Pool
The Man by the Pool His work: Since the man by the pool was an invalid, he may have made his living by begging. His character: His role in the story seems almost entirely passive, perhaps in keeping with his character. He showed evidence neither of faith nor gratitude afterRead More …
The Danger in Being a Christian:
The Danger in Being a Christian: It began as a Jewish sect; fierce persecution only helped it spread Acts 8 Acts 8:1 On that day a great persecution broke out against the church at Jerusalem, and all except the apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria. In some countries, aRead More …
Women of the Bible – Mary of Bethany
Mary of Bethany Her name means: “Bitterness” Her character: Mary appears to have been a single woman, totally devoted to Jesus. The gospel portrays her, by way of contrast with her sister, Martha, as a woman of few words. As Jesus neared the time of his triumphal entry into JerusalemRead More …
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