While a crucifixion was an execution, it was also a humiliation, by making the condemned as vulnerable as possible. Jesus’ death on the cross symbolizes the Christian call to “take up our cross” daily and choose God each day by the power of the Holy Spirit. Crucifixion is also defined...
Tobar Mhuire, Crossgar, County Down; he is now studying theology at Heythrop College, London. The profession will take place during the 12.00 Mass in Holy Cross Church, Ardoyne, Belfast. In preparation, there will be a Vigil of Prayer for Vocations this evening at 7.00 p.m. in Holy Cro...
The Jews cried, “Crucify!” until Pilate relented and delivered Jesus up to be crucified. Jesus forgives the men who drove the nails into his hands, all while being mocked by the crowd. If he was the Son of God and could do such miracles, why didn’t he save himself? This is a ...
Jesus Forgives and Heals a Paralyzed Man 2A few days later, when Jesus again entered Capernaum, the people heard that he had come home.2They gathered in such large numbersthat there was no room left, not even outside the door, and he preached the word to them.3Some men came, bringing...
Father. We’re to be secure in His timing. And yes, we each must use kindness and brokenness to overcome dark things. When you think about it, Jesus also faced evil without defending Himself.The spear showed up againand we see that our Savior allowed itto pierce His side on the cross...
Jesus Forgives and Heals a Paralyzed Man 17One day Jesus was teaching, and Pharisees and teachers of the lawwere sitting there. They had come from every village of Galilee and from Judea and Jerusalem. And the power of the Lord was with Jesus to heal the sick.18Some men came carrying ...
But God himself who sits as Judge accepts the hurt, pays the price, forgives, and offers mercy. If a husband should say a harsh word against his wife, and the wife does not retaliate, but lets the word fall upon her heart and crush her spirit; if she forgives and treats her husband...
God always forgives sins freely. He does not need or want blood. Note:This article by Brad Jersak on Hebrews 9:22 is also helpful. The cross of Jesus is CENTRAL to everything! Transform your life and theology by focusing on the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus: ...
Another example of his compassionant vision is seen in his relationship with Peter. Even after Peter’s denial, Jesus forgives Peter and singles him out for ministry. “Feed my lambs… Tend my sheep… Feed my sheep.” (John 21:15-17) Once again Jesus invites Peter to walk on the waters...
Jesus forgives. What is a real name of Jesus? Due to the numerous translations, the Bible has undergone, "Jesus" is the modern term for the Son of God. His original Hebrew name isYeshua, which is short for yehōshu'a. It can be translated to 'Joshua,' according to Dr. ...