Who We Want

Jesus, knowing all that was going to happen to him, went out and asked them, "Who is it you want?"  John 18:4 (NIV) It seems a bit of a hodgepodge mob that comes through the darkness to apprehend Jesus.  Some have torches, some lanterns and even some are with weapons.  There is a detachment of... Continue Reading →

Our Counselor

And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to be with you forever--  John 14:16 (NIV) What do we feel when we read the Holy Scriptures?  Do we read the pages of print without sensing anything?  Is our experience there one of cold mental transmission of information?  Do we go... Continue Reading →

What We Want

“What do you want me to do for you?”  Jesus asked him.  The blind man said, “Rabbi, I want to see.”  Mark 10:51 (NIV) How many times have we heard Jesus ask this question?  He had just asked James and John the same question.  Now He is asking it again?  Is it coincidence?  Is He... Continue Reading →

Sent By Jesus

¨And if anyone says anything to you, you are to say  ´The Lord needs them, and he will send them at once.´¨  Matthew 21:3 (Byington) Jesus had sent two of His disciples into the village with a strange request.  He wanted them to walk right into a village and untie someone´s donkeys and bring them... Continue Reading →

Take My Yoke!

Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am mild-tempered and lowly in heart, and you will find refreshment for your souls.  Matthew 11:29 (Reference Bible) This is probably one of the Bible´s most celebrated sweet texts. Probably too, it has been made to mean more things by the many different interpretations... Continue Reading →

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