What gives Jesus the right to speak and act on his Father’s behalf in forgiving sin?
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“I am the truth” ~Jesus
Why this is important: The new covenant encompasses the Greek idea of truth as reality, as well as the Hebraic …
Do we have a special arrogance that believes we are not enslaved … to anyone?
So, Jesus was saying to those Jews who had believed Him, “If you continue in My word, then you are …
Have we been made free by the truth?
We all know people who have something to say about everything. Is this me? Is this you? Think about it. …
Why can Jesus speak on behalf of God?
What gives Jesus the right to speak and act on his Father’s behalf in forgiving sin, pronouncing judgment and promising …
Why should we show mercy? Do we get to throw the first stone?
Jesus challenges us. Are we “sinless”? If so, we get to throw the first stone. Jesus challenged the elite religious leaders. …
Is Jesus the light of the world? Will we dance in His light?
Jesus is the light. He is the only light. He is the light of the world. It is through …
What are the limits to the authority of Jesus? Is Jesus in charge?
What gives Jesus the right to speak and act on his Father’s behalf in forgiving sin, pronouncing judgment, and promising …
They can take our lives but can they take our freedom?
In Jesus, we have true freedom. Jesus has set us free and we are free indeed. On May 24, 1995, …
What does it mean that Jesus is the great “I am”?
I want to know who Jesus is. It is a burning question for many of us. This isn’t anything new. …
“Neither do I condemn you. Go, and from now on do not sin anymore.” ~Jesus
Jesus is clear. Jesus doesn’t condemn me. I stand before Him guilty. I am VERY guilty. I have missed God’s …
“Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who commits sin is the slave of sin.” ~Jesus
Jesus makes a stunning assessment about slavery. We are slaves of sin. Jesus warns me that continuance in the Word …
Who is Jesus? Is Jesus God?
I want to know who Jesus is. It is a burning question for many of us. This isn’t anything new. …
“I am the Light of the World” ~Jesus
“I am the Light of the world” (John 8:12) is the second of seven “I AM” declarations of Jesus, recorded …
“Your father Abraham rejoiced to see My day, and he saw it and was glad.” ~Jesus
Even in adversity, I should know the joy of Jesus the Messiah. Jesus shows up. I need to be ecstatic. …
“But an hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for such people the Father seeks to be His worshipers.” ~Jesus
Do I know the truth? Do I know Jesus? God wants true worshipers. God wants to be worshiped in Spirit …
“I tell you the truth, before Abraham was born, I am!” ~Jesus
I want to know who Jesus is. It is a burning question for many of us. This isn’t anything new. …
Gentleness – What is the example of Jesus?
I have a lot to learn from Jesus. Jesus is gentle and shows compassion. Jesus has compassion for those in …
Joy — Does the appearance of Jesus on the scene bring us joy?
The disciples of Jesus are to rejoice in the salvation brought about by the Messiah’s faithful life and death, and …
Does lack of self examination lead to pride and self-delusion?
There was a problem among the early group of disciples in Corinth. It still continues among believers today. I need …
Truth — Is it reality and is it found in Jesus?
The new covenant encompasses the Greek idea of truth as reality, as well as the Hebraic concepts of faithfulness and …
“The sinless one among you, go first: Throw the stone.” ~Jesus
Jesus challenges me. Am I “sinless“? If so, I get to throw the first stone. Jesus challenged the elite religious …
“Where are they? Did no one condemn you?” ~Jesus
Jesus has a requirement for me as I stand before Him, confessing I have missed God’s goal, I am a …
“In Jesus you have been made complete, and He is the head over all rule and authority.” ~Apostle Paul
What gives Jesus the right to speak and act on his Father’s behalf in forgiving sin, pronouncing judgment and promising …
Judging Others – Some Examples of Jesus the Messiah refusing
Jesus famously said “Do not judge so that you will not be judged. For in the way you judge, you will …
Authority of Jesus the Messiah — Jesus’ authority underlines his divine status
What gives Jesus the right to speak and act on his Father’s behalf in forgiving sin, pronouncing judgment and promising …
“If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.” ~Jesus
So Jesus was saying to those Jews who had believed Him, “If you continue in My word, then you are …
“Woman, where are they? Does no one condemn you?” ~Jesus
The religious scholars are at again. They are non stop in their efforts to trap Jesus. Imagine the futility of …
“I don’t condemn you. Go on your way. From now on, don’t sin.” ~Jesus
I get caught in the act of missing God’s goal for my life (sinning). It happens way too often. The …
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