Matt. 18:1-4 – The question from the disciples regarding who would be the greatest in the Kingdom will have to be addressed by Jesus on more than one occasion. On this occasion He uses a child as an object lesson, helping the disciples to recognize a quality of the heart that is necessary in following … Continue reading Post # 15 – “Following the Master”
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Post # 14 – “Following the Master”
Matt. 17:1-8 – It bothers me sometimes that when I picture Jesus in my mind I so often recall the famous paintings of Him. The inner three, Peter, James, and John, were blessed to see a glimpse of Jesus’ heavenly majesty on top of this mountain. I must always remember that I am serving the … Continue reading Post # 14 – “Following the Master”
Post # 13 – “Following the Master”
Matt. 16:1-4 – The Pharisees and Sadducees wanted to see a definitive “sign” from Jesus (a confirming miracle from heaven). Jesus was dismayed that they could figure out obvious weather signs, but could not see the obvious signs of His Kingship. As disciples, it is not our job to look at the morality (or lack … Continue reading Post # 13 – “Following the Master”
Post # 12 – “Following the Master”
Matt. 15:1-20 – Man has always had a tendency to create traditions in religion to make things easier for himself. The Pharisees and scribes had created numerous traditions which they had elevated to the status of God’s commands. A true disciple will know the difference between truth and tradition and will know the difference because of … Continue reading Post # 12 – “Following the Master”
Post # 11 – “Following the Master”
Matt. 14:1-12 – We live in a culture and country where dying for our beliefs in Christ would be almost unheard of at this time. But this does not mean I should not be ready to give my life for the Master. There are so many other countries in the world where martyrdom is common. … Continue reading Post # 11 – “Following the Master”
Post # 10 – “Following the Master”
Matt. 13 – It is imperative that a disciple not only be a student of his/her Master, but also a student of the Kingdom. Understanding the nature of the Kingdom is critical to understanding how our King rules. The nature of Jesus’ Kingdom is revealed in Jesus’ parables. The disciples were perplexed by Jesus’ very … Continue reading Post # 10 – “Following the Master”
Post #9 – “Following the Master”
Matt. 12:1-8 – God gave the sabbath as a compassionate rest to His people. It was intended for remembering and retelling the great acts of God in Israelite history to the next generation. But it was also given to help man rest from his labors and not overwork. God even wanted the land to “rest” … Continue reading Post #9 – “Following the Master”
Post #8 – “Following the Master”
Matt. 11:2-6 – It is amazing to me that John was doubting Jesus’ mission and authenticity after “preparing the way” for Him. But it teaches me that we all are subject to doubt, and we all need reassurance at times. Doubts often come during the trial, and John was certainly undergoing a trial at that … Continue reading Post #8 – “Following the Master”
Post #7 – “Following the Master”
Matt. 10:1 – I’m sure many, if not all modern-day disciples, would want to have the same miraculous power given to the Twelve that Jesus bestowed upon them before sending them out on what we often call “The Limited Commission.” But, just because we do not have these miraculous powers, does not mean we, as … Continue reading Post #7 – “Following the Master”
Post #6 – “Following the Master”
Matt. 9:9-13 – Jesus called Matthew, the author of this Gospel, from a job that made him a hated traitor in the mind of Jews. The taxes collected by Matthew (who was a Jew) for the Romans went toward things that were anathema to the Jewish mind. We are often reticent about sharing the gospel … Continue reading Post #6 – “Following the Master”