It Is Finished

Hebrews 4:1-8 No doubt, millions have failed to enter into the rest provided by God. The writer is warning us to fear, lest that happen to us. Be fearful, examine yourself, give diligence, We’re talking about eternity! 

Numbers 10:33 How will we be able to find a resting place? Follow the Word of God! Our Sovereign, our guide, our director, our provider. 

Matthew 21:23-C The religious elite are questioning the authority of Christ. He has some questions for them also, each one bringing condemnation. Will you fall on the Rock of Ages,  or will He fall on you?

1 Kings 5-6. Solomon was the builder of the temple. Taking seven years to complete, and was one of the most magnificent, expensive, and glorious structures ever built. Jesus is greater than Solomon. 

Matthew 12:42 Greater than Solomon. Solomon passed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom.(2 Chronicles 9:22) Yet,  his kingdom was limited. 

Mark 2:42 Christ is greater than Solomon in his coming into the world, his riches, his peace, his wisdom.

Matthew 12:41  Jesus a greater messenger, with a greater message, and yet there is no repentance , no change. The men of Nineveh repented at the preaching of Jonah, condemning the unchanged. A greater than Jonah is here! 

Matthew 12:6 The temple was erected as a dwelling place of God, a place of communion with God. Jesus came into the world and was called Emanuel,  God with us. He is greater than the Temple! 

Mark 2:23-28 The sabbath was created for man, not man for the sabbath. Religion and traditions of men shouldn’t take precedent over the needs of, and mercy toward humanity. 

Mark 2:18-22 Religion brings misery, labor, sorrow, fasting. Salvation is a relationship that brings joy!