Tag: Jesus’ Life Story
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The Question About David’s Son
Story 225 – The Final Ministry in Jerusalem It is common, in New Testament writings, to find frequent reference to the Pharisees and others questioning Jesus with the intention of ensnaring him. In addition, there are also occasions when Jesus challenged their understanding of the Old Testament, to show he was the Messiah, the Christ. On…
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The Greatest Commandment
Story 224 – The Final Ministry in Jerusalem Love is perhaps the most talked about topic in the world yet, it probably poses our biggest challenge. When Jesus was asked by a Scribe, what is the greatest commandment? He replied, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your…
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The Question About The Resurrection
Story 223 – The Final Ministry in Jerusalem I watched the court proceedings from the balcony. The Legal Expert seemed to be slowly dismantling the evidence of a court witness. She was a mother of two and had observed two teenage boys from her front window break into a house in broad daylight. The house was…
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Jesus On Paying Tribute To Caesar
Story 222 – The Final Ministry in Jerusalem It often takes people by surprise when at first, someone praises them for their actions or tells them some great news and then, they reveal their sly intentions for talking to them! Some Pharisees, who wanted to catch Jesus out, did exactly that. A group approached Jesus and…
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The Parable Of The Great Dinner
Story 221 – The Final Ministry in Jerusalem Have you organised any celebrations or parties recently? Perhaps it was a family gathering! Last month I quietly listened to a group of young teenage girls while they organised an 18th Birthday Party. Their attempt was somewhat hilarious and, without the help of a few kind adults, their…
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The Parable Of The Landowner
Story 220 – The Final Ministry in Jerusalem Jesus told his disciples the parable of the Landowner or Tenants. Parable of the Landowner by Jesus A Landowner planted a vineyard, rented it out to tenants and went off on a long journey. When harvest time approached he sent his servants to collect a portion of the…
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The Parable Of The Two Sons
Story 219 – The Final Ministry in Jerusalem Have you ever refused a special offer, only to later deeply regret not having accepted it? There are probably many times in our life when we said, “No”, but with hindsight, wished we had said, “Yes”. Jesus told the Parable of two sons. When they were asked by…
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The Chief Priests and Scribes Conspire Against Jesus
Story 217 – The Final Ministry in Jerusalem Jesus had again established his great leadership status when he drove the moneychangers, buyers and sellers, and the animals out of the Temple courts. His actions added to the interest of the crowds that came to hear him preach and, amazed by his teachings, many believed his new…
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Jesus Cleanses The Temple A Second Time
Story 216 – The Final Ministry in Jerusalem It’s a joy when people listen and do as you ask. It usually means they agree with your reasoning and respect your judgement. Following Jesus’ cursing of the fig tree, he went to the Temple Courts in Jerusalem. For a second time, he found the whole area converted…