There’s usually more happening in the Bible than we realize. Here’s an example.In the Sermon on the Mount Jesus famously said: “love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you…” (Matthew 5:44). That’s huge. The love that Jesus taught and exemplified changed (and changes) the world.But let’s also take note of something that happens in … Continue reading Who is your highest authority?
divinity of Christ
Listen to him
In Mark 9 we learn about the transfiguration of Jesus. “There he was transfigured before them. His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them” (verses 2-3).Then Moses and Elijah arrive. Then a voice from heaven proclaims: “This is my Son, whom I love. Listen to him!” (verse 7)Both then … Continue reading Listen to him
Just like a mama bear who protects her cubs
The Bible teaches that Jesus was both fully human and fully divine. He was born of Mary, grew up in a modest home in Nazareth, and experienced hunger, sadness and pain. When it comes to his divinity, we tend to focus on what he said (he identified with the one eternal God), what he did … Continue reading Just like a mama bear who protects her cubs