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The 52 Greatest Stories of the Bible (Story #42): The Sequel
Prior to Jesus’ ascension Jesus entrusted to the disciples the continuation of His ministry to be agents and ambassadors of the kingdom of God
Prior to Jesus’ ascension Jesus entrusted to the disciples the continuation of His ministry to be agents and ambassadors of the kingdom of God
Jesus demonstrates His power over sin and death by rising from the grave.
Jesus brings peace to the world by showing favor on us and dying in our place.
Despite knowing the physical and spiritual anguish He would soon endure, Jesus was concerned only with the will of the Father. Unlike the first Adam who through his actions said to God “Not Your will but my will be done,” Jesus prayed humbly to the Father “Not my will but Yours be done.”
Jesus knew that His hour had come. He would now enjoy the passover meal with His disciples, but would soon suffer as the passover lamb for the world.
What would you do if you knew you only had one week to live? A temptation for many would be to withdraw or hide away. Jesus, despite knowing that His hour was soon at hand, continued to work and minister to the people.
Jesus has a countercultural view of women. Rather than turning away from them, he treated them with the same dignity and worth due any other person.
Not every man is fit for a lecture. Fewer still have time or attention to engage in a drawn out discourse. However, there is something about a good story that grips us and draws us in. Could it be because we ourselves our part of the Great Story?
Rather than seeking approval from men, Jesus did that which was approved by God. Therefore, His actions and behaviors often seemed unconventional to those around Him.
In a flash of brilliant light, three friends of Jesus saw a glimpse of His divine nature and glory.
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