Jesus Christ was falsely arrested for a crime he did not commit. Those who arrested him took him to the high priest’s house. And the men who were holding Jesus in custody were mocking him as they beat him. Then Jesus was led away to the council of the chief priests and scribes who began … Continue reading Crucifying Christ All Over Again
He Went Out and Wept Bitterly
Luke 22:54-62 ESV Then they seized him and led him away, bringing him into the high priest's house, and Peter was following at a distance. And when they had kindled a fire in the middle of the courtyard and sat down together, Peter sat down among them. Then a servant girl, seeing him as he … Continue reading He Went Out and Wept Bitterly
Not my Will, but Yours
Luke 22:39-46 ESV And he came out and went, as was his custom, to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed him. And when he came to the place, he said to them, “Pray that you may not enter into temptation.” And he withdrew from them about a stone's throw, and knelt down and … Continue reading Not my Will, but Yours
Satan Sifted me Like Wheat
Luke 22:31-34 ESV “Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have you, that he might sift you like wheat, but I have prayed for you that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned again, strengthen your brothers.” Peter said to him, “Lord, I am ready to go with you both to prison and … Continue reading Satan Sifted me Like Wheat
What Taking Communion Symbolizes
It was the time of the Passover. Satan had now entered into Judas Iscariot, one of Jesus’ 12 disciples, and he went out and betrayed Jesus to the death. But Judas Iscariot was still with Jesus and the other disciples for the Passover meal. And during the meal… Luke 22:19-20 ESV “And he took bread, … Continue reading What Taking Communion Symbolizes
Why Was Jesus Hated?
Jesus Christ,Who is the Son of God,Taught the narrow way,Not the way that’s broad. Did not participate HeIn the ways of manBut He followed God,And He lived God’s plan. Walked the narrow way,Led a righteous life,Obeyed God’s commands,Free from sin and strife. Shared the gospel truth,He opposed the lies,Called out hypocrites,Told them they would die. … Continue reading Why Was Jesus Hated?
On the Chopping Block
Jesus was speaking to his followers regarding the signs of the last days before the return of Christ. There will be false christs who will appear on the scene to lead many astray. We will hear of wars and tumults. Nation will rise against nation. There will be great earthquakes, famines, and pestilences. And there … Continue reading On the Chopping Block
Beware Teachers of False Doctrines
Luke 20:45-47 ESV “And in the hearing of all the people he said to his disciples, ‘Beware of the scribes, who like to walk around in long robes, and love greetings in the marketplaces and the best seats in the synagogues and the places of honor at feasts, who devour widows' houses and for a … Continue reading Beware Teachers of False Doctrines
Spies are Everywhere
Luke 20:19-26 ESV “The scribes and the chief priests sought to lay hands on him at that very hour, for they perceived that he had told this parable against them, but they feared the people. So they watched him and sent spies, who pretended to be sincere, that they might catch him in something he … Continue reading Spies are Everywhere
Honor God in Your Body
1 Corinthians 6:13-20 ESV “The body is not meant for sexual immorality, but for the Lord, and the Lord for the body. And God raised the Lord and will also raise us up by his power. Do you not know that your bodies are members of Christ? Shall I then take the members of Christ … Continue reading Honor God in Your Body
Run With It 