In the light of the Jewish expectations that when Jesus go to Jerusalem, he would bring in the full Kingdom of God, Jesus tells this parable using the political culture of his day to explain the difference between his first and second coming and the responsibility of his followers.
In the light of the Jewish expectations that when Jesus go to Jerusalem, he would bring in the full Kingdom of God, Jesus tells this parable using the political culture of his day to explain the difference between his first and second coming and the responsibility of his followers. ]]>
After the healing of Bartimaeus, Jesus continues into Jericho amidst the crowds. He calls Zaccheus by name and this chief tax collector's life is transformed and he gives away much of his wealth.
After the healing of Bartimaeus, Jesus continues into Jericho amidst the crowds. He calls Zaccheus by name and this chief tax collector's life is transformed and he gives away much of his wealth. ]]>
At the entrance to Jericho, Bartimaeus shouts over the crowd to get Jesus' attention. He calls Jesus the Son of David - a messianic title and Jesus heals his blindness - a messianic sign.
At the entrance to Jericho, Bartimaeus shouts over the crowd to get Jesus' attention. He calls Jesus the Son of David - a messianic title and Jesus heals his blindness - a messianic sign. ]]>
Although Jesus plainly predicts his death and resurrection, the disciples - illustrated here by James and John - do not yet understand what he means. They have OT teaching and their own expectations.
Although Jesus plainly predicts his death and resurrection, the disciples - illustrated here by James and John - do not yet understand what he means. They have OT teaching and their own expectations. ]]>
Jesus taught this parable to show God's graciousness to even those who do not deserve it. Whoever responds to His call, receives eternal life. ]]>
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About The Life of Jesus: Series 10 - The final approach to Jerusalem
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After spending some time in Judea Jesus is now preparing to enter the city of Jerusalem where he knows there will be strong opposition from the religious authorities. He has visited Jerusalem a few…
times before, but only briefly. This series focuses on important teaching and parables. A few significant events are also described. Jesus passes through Jericho as the final stop on his way to nearby Jerusalem.
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