We are about to embark on Jesus' last journey in HIS ministry. Now begins the downfall of the belief that the only way to God is through the temple and the priests. There is a new saviour in town and HIS name is JESUS the CHRIST!!! Buckle up as we dig into the...
30 days with Jesus (day 22) – Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead
Yes, we all know the story of Lazarus. Yep, that's right, Jesus raised him from the dead. But, do you KNOW THE REAL STORY? As Paul Harvey used to say, now for the rest of the story. Jesus raising Lazarus is in John 11 so let's read it. If you want to hear it...
30 days with Jesus (day 21) – Jesus teaches about himself – John 10:1-42
Well, today we are in John 10 where Jesus begins talking in realms of sheep and the shepherd. If you look at the beginning of this scripture Jesus begins with "verily verily" or "truly" or even "very truly" (depends on translation) you need to tune in and listen...
30 days with Jesus (day 20) – Jesus teaches how to love and pray
Well, today is day 20 of the 30 days with Jesus. Yes, some does overlap, but they all have a message. First we begin in Luke with the good Samaritan. Here an expert (NIV)/ lawyer (KJV) comes to Jesus and asks what he must do to inherit eternal life. Jesus, as he...
30 days with Jesus (day 19) – Jesus sends out his disciples Luke 10:1-24
Okay, buckle up for there is really a lot of information in these 24 verses. Are they important? That is like saying is the Bible important! Heavens YES! Okay, with out further ado let us begin. Jesus had just finished speaking with some about following him,...
30 days with Jesus (day 18) – Jesus confronts the rich young ruler – Mark 10:17-31
What is your life worth? Thousands of dollars? Your material possessions? Millions of dollars? Hmmm! Let us look at the rich young ruler in Mark 10:17-31 Well, Jesus is on his way to Jerusalem and look, here comes a young man running to him. This young man...
30 days with Jesus (day 17) – Jesus teaches on the kingdom of heaven
Today is Matthew 13:24-52 so let us pull this scripture down now. Jesus is talking about the parables and about our entering the kingdom of heaven. Each one of these parables have to do with growth. We did study the same scripture in day 10. At that time it...
30 days with Jesus (day 16) Jesus teaches on forgiveness Matthew 18:15-35
Jesus teaches about forgiveness. Family. Often family members tell us the truth, it hurts, makes us angry, then we realize they were right and now is time for our action. This is what Jesus begins to tell the disciples at verse 15: 15 Moreover if thy brother shall...
30 days with Jesus (day 15) – Jesus casts out evil spirits (Mark 9:14-32)
Okay, Mark 9:14-32 Jesus encounters a boy possessed by an impure spirit. So, what happens. Just prior to this the disciples are still struggling with the idea their Messiah would have to suffer. As they (Jesus, John James and Peter) notice a large crowd some of...
30 days with Jesus (day 14) – Peter identifies Jesus as the Christ
Today's study comes from Matthew 16:13 to 17:13. Okay, tighten your bull rope, today is going to be a ride. Hold on. Jesus and the apostles were north of the Sea of Galilee at Caesarea Philippi where Greek and Roman culture was everywhere with pagan temples and...