Sunday, September 3, 2023

“The Widow’s Pure Faith”

Pastor Joey Anjiki

1. The appearance of the Pharisees (Walking in a way that puts the evaluation from others first)

* (1) They walked around in long robes

(2) They were greeted in marketplaces

(3) They sat in the most important seats in synagogues

(4) They devoured widows’ houses

(5) They made lengthy prayers

* When man is bound to what is visible, he cannot see God

* King David

2. The faith of the widow

* The value of the lepta copper coin = 1/128 of 1 denarius = Current monetary value 78 yen per lepta

* What did Jesus admire about her faith here?

* Data on worry from psychologist Ernie Zelinski

* Guidance of Missionary Yabe

* Matthew 6:31-33 “So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” (NIV)

Thoughts to share at mini church:

1. What do we need to be aware of as we serve?

2. What did Jesus admire about the widow's faith?

3. If you have experienced grace for trusting Jesus, please share about it.

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