On the other hand, as regards easing the implementation of the Law, he alleviates the ritual aspects that were not intended by God, Mark 2:27 "The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath." This applies
“On the last and greatest day of the Feast, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him.” By this he meant the Spirit, whom tho...
Experience a deeper relationship with Jesus as you savor the presence of the One who understands you perfectly and loves you forever. With Scripture and personal reflections, New York Times bestselling author Sarah Young brings Jesus' message of peace—for today and every day. ...
Easter, likeChristmas, hasaccumulateda great many traditions, some of which have little to do with the Christian celebration of the Resurrection but derive from folk customs. The custom of the Easterlambappropriates both the appellation used for Jesus in Scripture (“behold the lamb of God which...
Although set apart from other people, they believed God called on them to be a “light to the Gentiles” and lead them to accept the God of Israel as the only God. An important part of Jewish Scripture was the Torah, or Pentateuch, comprising five books (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, ...
Jesus, or Jesus Christ, was a 1st century preacher and religious leader who is revered in Christianity. According to Christians, Jesus is considered the incarnation of God, and his teachings are followed as an example for living a more spiritual life. Christians believe he died for the sins ...
As she held a small tapestry in her hand she would say, “Oft’ times He weaveth sorrow; / And I in foolish pride / Forget He sees the upper / And I the underside.” Looking from the backside of a tapestry can seem like a mess, but from the front it’s a masterpiece. Today,...
As the Father described the plan of salvation and the need for a Savior, it was Jesus who stepped forward and said humbly but courageously, ‘Here am I, send me.’ (Abr. 3:27; see also Moses 4:2.) Never has anyone offered to do so much for so many with so few words! “It ...
3According As His Divine Powers Hath Given Unto Us All Things That Pertain Unto Life And Godliness, Through The Knowledge Of Him That Hath Called Us To Glory And Virtue: 4Whereby Are Given Unto Us Exceeding Great And Precious Promises: That By These Ye Might ...
Scripture:“Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, I also send you.” —John 20:21 (CSB) Today’s Reflection: In the quiet after the resurrection, Jesus didn’t come with fire from heaven, but with something even more powerful:peace and purpose. ...