When Jesus sees all that is accomplished by His anguish, He will be satisfied. And because of His experience, God’s righteous servant will make it possible for many to be counted righteous with God, for He will bear all their sins. Isaiah 53:11 (NLT, adapted) Seeing is Believing Amy B. Hunter had emergency surgery. Her sister (call her “Ann”) was …
Eyewitnesses of Christ’s Resurrection
When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. Very early on the first day of the week, just after sunrise, they were on their way to the tomb and they asked each other, “Who will roll the stone away from the entrance of …
See The Lamb of God (Part 4)
See the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!…Out of Judah will come God’s ruler who will shepherd His people Israel….When Christ saw the crowds, He had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. (John 1:29; Matt 2:6, 9:36) This draws on class notes. You may read See the …
See The Lamb of God (Part 3)
See the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!…Jesus was oppressed and afflicted (on the cross), yet He did not open His mouth; He was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before its shearers is silent, so He did not open His mouth. (John 1:29; Isaiah 53:7) This draws on class …
See The Lamb of God (Part 2)
See the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!…Jesus tends His flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart; He gently leads those that have young. (John 1:29; Isaiah 40:11) This draws on class notes. You may read the previous post, See The Lamb of God …
See Jesus: The Lamb of God (Part 1)
See Jesus, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! (John 1:29) Jesus’ Gospel is for Repenting and Believing Sinners John Duncan (1796–1870) was a Scottish missionary to the Jews in Hungary and a Professor of Hebrew. He loved the Jewish people and the Old Testament (“OT”) Scriptures that all point to Christ, so he was …
You Can’t Always Say What You Want
With their words, the godless destroy their friends, but knowledge will rescue the righteous….It is foolish to belittle one’s neighbor. A sensible person keeps quiet….A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare….Wise words are like deep waters. Wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook. (Proverbs 11:9,12, 15:1, 18:4 NLT) I am currently teaching on “Controlling …
Think Before Speaking
Too much talk leads to sin. Be sensible and keep your mouth shut….Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent; with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent….Fools have no interest in understanding. They only want to air their own opinions….Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut, and you will stay out of trouble. (Proverbs 10:19, 17:28, 18:2, 21:23 …
Tongue Control
Each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. “In your anger do not sin.” Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing …
Christ’s Wisdom in Proverbs (Part 2)
Listen, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding. I give you sound learning, so do not forsake my teaching. Take hold of my words with all your heart; keep my commands, and you will live. Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn away from them. Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; …