The Final Sermon of Jesus
Jesus’ strongest condemnation was reserved for religious leaders and teachers. This is a reminder that if those who teach others are leading them away from Jesus Christ rather than to Him, they are actively engaging in evil. They should be exposed and sternly rebuked.
Son of David ... Son of God
Simply put, what God requires of us as we live in this world is to love God and love others. We can do neither until we first settle the question of who Jesus Christ is.
Trick Questions and Brilliant Answers
Jesus never allowed Himself to become distracted from His mission and message. Even as He neared His arrest and crucifixion and was warding off attempts to discredit Him, He kept the focus on the call to follow Him and submit to God’s Word.
The King's Banquet Invitation
Beliefs have consequences, and so does unbelief. The persistent rejection of God’s message, God's messengers, and Israel's Messiah would have devastating effects on both the nation of Israel and all those who continued in unbelief.
When Winning Is More Important than Truth
To those who love themselves and hate God, the truth is an uncomfortable obstacle they would like to destroy. And this means they must attempt to destroy Jesus Christ, who embodies the truth.
The Only Way to Live
As Jesus' time on earth is growing short, He is intent on alerting people that their time is short. Now is the time to believe in Him; and now is the time for those who do believe in Him to openly confess Him and follow Him.
Cleaning His Father's House ... Again!
Prayer was central to Jesus' life and ministry, so it is certainly a need in our lives. In the last week before His crucifixion, Jesus devoted a unique miracle to teaching, not only a sobering truth about Israel, but also a critical truth about prayer.
Palm Branches and an Unbroken Colt
As we see Jesus entering Jerusalem for the final time, He is greeted by the religious leaders of the Jews, who hate Him, and the throngs, who praise Him but have false expectations. We do well to remember that religion and even worship are not sure signs of faith.
Unforgettable Acts of Love
Most things we might be remembered for in this world will probably fade quickly from the memory of society and eventually even from the memories of family members. But we can be sure that our love for Christ will be forever remembered and honored by the Lord.
Living Today as if It Were Your Last Day
Jesus' earthly mission was to seek and to save the lost. That is still His mission today, and we are a part of it, called to share the gospel message of Jesus Christ with the world.