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~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: Woe

How do we know we need to pay attention to Jesus?

January 1, 2023

When we see the word WOE in the scripture, particularly when Jesus uses it, we know we better pay attention. …

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“For where a covenant is, there must of necessity be the death of the one who made it.” ~Author of Hebrews

October 14, 2022

Jesus celebrated the Last Supper with His disciples and instituted the Lord’s Supper, also called Communion. Some Christian churches observe …

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Would you select a thief to be your treasurer?

December 22, 2021

What a horrible thing to do. Judas betrayed Jesus. The very Jesus who chooses him to be an Apostle. Betrayal …

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“Rats and roaches live by competition under the laws of supply and demand; it is the privilege of human beings to live under the laws of justice and mercy.” ~Wendell Berry

December 20, 2021

Jesus challenges us to live a life of faithfulness and to work for justice and mercy. Jesus uses harsh language …

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“Tell us by what authority You are doing these things, or who is the one who gave You this authority?” ~Religious elites to Jesus

December 18, 2021

Jesus does lots of things. And so, there come questions about all of this. The religious elites want to know. …

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“If we take the Bible seriously then justice should be a big deal for us.” ~Thaddeus Williams

December 14, 2021

What should followers of Jesus think about justice and the social justice movement? If we take the Bible seriously then …

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“The religious elites don’t take it into their hearts and live it out in their behavior. It’s all spit-and-polish veneer.” ~Jesus

December 6, 2021

Why this is important: Jesus has a real thing about hypocrisy. His frequent target are the religious leaders. In Matthew …

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“You serpents, you brood of vipers, how will you escape the sentence of hell?” ~Jesus

October 10, 2021

  The reality of hell should affect the way people live. — The importance of making the right choice. Yes, hell is …

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Are we seeing the glory of Jesus today?

July 6, 2021

  Mothers, you have to love them. They want us to do something. We might as well do it. Jesus …

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Are we trying to impress others?

July 4, 2021

Here is something for me to assess. Am I being pretentious? Am I pretending and showing off what I have …

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Why is Jesus angry and indignant? What upsets Him so much?

July 3, 2021

Attempts to prevent access to Yeshua [Jesus] generates anger Jesus gets angry. Jesus gets indignant. Jesus is not Mr. Rogers …

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Will Jesus the Messiah rule the nations with justice?

June 13, 2021

In the New Testament, Yeshua [Jesus] extends the Torah even further in terms of justice. He states, “Do not think …

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Is justice important to Jesus?

June 12, 2021

How is God’s justice declared? Justice is a term used for what is right or “as it should be.” Justice is …

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Can we handle what Jesus has to say about religious people?

June 2, 2021

Why this is important: Jesus is upset. Jesus is upset with the elite religious leaders of the day. Jesus is …

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Are we a hinderance?

June 1, 2021

Why it matters: Life is tough. Jesus knows that. He really knows that. Jesus has a warning. Am I ready …

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Is justice one of God’s attributes?

May 26, 2021

Justice is a term used for what is right or “as it should be.” Justice is one of God’s attributes …

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Do we have any idea how silly we look, writing a life story that’s wrong from start to finish, nitpicking over commas and semicolons?

April 4, 2021

Justice is a term used for what is right or “as it should be.” Justice is one of God’s attributes …

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Danger! Warning! Is our legalism causing us to be religious frauds?

February 10, 2021

Jesus has the number of the religious elites. They are constantly trying to trap him. They are constantly trying to …

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What is justice? What does Jesus teach us?

February 1, 2021

Is justice a quality displayed in Jesus the Messiah’s life? Absolutely. God is God. God has given Jesus, His Son, the …

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Do we need to be sanctified? What does that even mean?

January 9, 2021

I avoid some things because they sound very geeky and smack of theology. Jesus talks about sanctification. Maybe I need …

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Are we just pretending to be righteous? Is it because we love to be rule followers?

January 3, 2021

What matters the most: Jesus challenges us to look at whether meeting the “letter of the law” means we are …

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Is God fair and just? How do we know?

December 23, 2020

Is God fair? Yes. God’s justice is without any partiality. I can trust God completely. Being just Himself, God calls …

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Everything Jesus had to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving

November 9, 2020

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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What is hypocrisy? Why is it evil and hated by Jesus?

November 3, 2020

Hypocrisy is an outward pretense masking an inner reality. Jesus condemns hypocrisy, especially in matters of faith. Followers of Jesus …

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Will there be a day of judgement?

October 11, 2020

Tyre and Sidon were well known pagan cities in Jesus time. It might be like saying Las Vegas and New …

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How do the miracles of Jesus reveal and confirm his Messianic credentials and the coming of God’s Kingdom?

October 1, 2020

There are so many stunning, amazing and supernatural acts of Jesus. They reveal and confirm his Messianic credentials. They announce …

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Is God’s justice impartial? Is it social justice?

September 23, 2020

Justice is a term used for what is right or “as it should be.” Justice is one of God’s attributes …

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“Woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed!” ~Jesus

June 21, 2020

Betrayal is a gross violation of trust and can be one of the most devastating forms of pain inflicted upon …

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“A man is not justified by the works of the Law but through faith in the Messiah Jesus” ~Apostle Paul

March 14, 2020

I fall into the trap of thinking that if I just follow the rules, I will be seen as good …

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February 1, 1960 — A movement for justice started at Woolworth’s in Greensboro, N.C.

February 1, 2020

Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint and dill and cummin, and you have neglected the weightier …

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“Hard times will come in the last days. For people will be lovers of self, lovers of money, boastful, … lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, holding to the form of godliness but denying its power. Avoid these people.” ~Apostle Paul

November 12, 2019

I have to be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. I live in America and that is clear. If materialism was …

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“This is love for God: to obey his commands. And his commands are not burdensome” ~Apostle John

November 4, 2019

Jesus the Messiah accepted the authority of the OT law and saw himself as coming to fulfil its purpose. God’s …

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“You serpents, you generation of vipers, how can you escape the damnation of hell?” ~Jesus

October 31, 2019

“Woe unto you”. Seven times in Matthew 23 Jesus the Messiah say these words to the religious elites of that …

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“Let what you say be simply ‘Yes’ or ‘No’; anything more than this comes from evil.” ~Jesus

October 10, 2019

The Jesus manifesto continues. Jesus takes on oaths and swearing. Jesus is clear on this. I am to say yes …

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“The heart is more deceitful than all else and is desperately sick; who can understand it?” ~Jeremiah

July 25, 2019

Jesus challenges me to be faithful. Loyalty and commitment within human relationships is important in the life of God’s people. …

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Is betrayal seen as a particularly wicked act?

June 24, 2019

Betrayal is a gross violation of trust and can be one of the most devastating forms of pain inflicted upon …

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“He who believes in the Son has eternal life; but he who does not obey the Son will not see life, but the wrath of God abides on him.” ~Jesus

May 15, 2019

Does Jesus get angry and upset? Jesus the Messiah shows controlled emotion arising from his unswerving opposition to evil and …

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Is legalism contrary to the good news of Jesus?

April 28, 2019

I fall into the trap of thinking that if I just follow the rules, I will be seen as good …

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What is “Spy Wednesday”?

April 17, 2019

According to the traditional interpretation of the Bible, Holy Wednesday is the day on which Jesus was anointed with spikenard during a …

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Holy Tuesday is a busy day

April 16, 2019

Holy Tuesday is a busy day. Many chapters of the Gospels are devoted to it.(Matthew 21:23—23:39; Mark 11:27—12:44; Luke 20:1—21:4). Here is …

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“This people honors Me with their lips, but their heart is far away from Me.” ~Jesus

March 9, 2019

I need to be careful. It is one thing to be a hypocrite. It is another to be pretentious. Pretense …

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Why is materialism so prevalent in our culture?

February 13, 2019

I have to be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. I live in America and that is clear. If materialism was …

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Why does Jesus the Messiah give examples where human tradition is observed rather than God’s law?

February 9, 2019

Jesus the Messiah accepted the authority of the OT law and saw himself as coming to fulfil its purpose. God’s …

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Why is Jesus so upset with the religious elites that He says “Woe unto you”?

February 6, 2019

“Woe unto you”. Seven times in Matthew 23 Jesus the Messiah say these words to the religious elites of that …

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“But woe unto you, religious elites (scribes and Pharisees), hypocrites! You shut up the kingdom of heaven against men: for you neither go in yourselves, neither suffer you them that are entering to go in.” ~Jesus

January 31, 2019

I am going to pay attention. Jesus is talking to me. I must learn. This is critical in my life. …

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“Woe to you! For if the miracles had occurred in Tyre and Sidon which occurred in you, they would have changed their minds.” ~Jesus

December 8, 2018

Jesus is upset. Jesus is upset with the elite religious leaders of the day. Jesus hasn’t gotten over it. I …

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Is it rare to find true faithfulness?

December 7, 2018

Jesus challenges me to be faithful. Loyalty and commitment within human relationships is important in the life of God’s people. …

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Anger – Does Jesus reflect the anger of God?

October 28, 2018

Does Jesus get angry and upset? Jesus the Messiah shows controlled emotion arising from his unswerving opposition to evil and …

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“And if anyone misses God’s goal, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus the Messiah the righteous.” ~Apostle John

October 18, 2018

Special praise goes to Jesus for vindicating the penitent and the needy who have no human champions. Ultimately, all God’s …

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“No one can use my name to do something good and powerful, and in the next breath cut me down. If he’s not an enemy, he’s an ally.” ~Jesus

October 14, 2018

We love to form groups. Even early on, the disciples had figured out who was in and who was out. …

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Pretense — Is it practiced by people in their approach to God?

September 23, 2018

I need to be careful. It is one thing to be a hypocrite. It is another to be pretentious. Pretense …

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Woe — What does it mean and why does Jesus use it so much?

September 4, 2018

When we see the word WOE in the scripture, particularly when Jesus uses it, we know we better pay attention. …

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“My judgment is just, because I do not seek My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me.” ~Jesus

August 31, 2018

Is justice a quality displayed in Jesus the Messiah’s life? Absolutely. God is God. God has given Jesus, His Son, the …

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Justice — It is Declared in Jesus the Messiah

July 12, 2018

Justice is a term used for what is right or “as it should be.” Justice is one of God’s attributes …

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“You have neglected the more important matters of the law — justice, mercy and faithfulness.” ~Jesus

June 26, 2018

How is God’s justice declared? Justice is a term used for what is right or “as it should be.” Justice is …

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“Woe to you … ” ~Jesus

June 21, 2018

Jesus is upset. Jesus is upset with the elite religious leaders of the day. Jesus hasn’t gotten over it. I …

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“Hard trials and temptations are bound to come, but woe to him for whoever brings them on!” ~Jesus

June 20, 2018

Life is tough. Jesus knows that. He really knows that. Jesus has a warning. Am I ready to hear it? …

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Justice — A Quality Displayed in Jesus the Messiah’s Life

June 16, 2018

Justice is a term used for what is right or “as it should be.” Justice is one of God’s attributes …

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“You are masters at making yourselves look good in front of others, but God knows what’s behind the appearance.” ~Jesus

June 4, 2018

Am I a master at making myself look good?  What Jesus has to say to the religious elites (aka Pharisees) …

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Justice — Is justice declared through God the Father?

May 16, 2018

Is God fair? Yes. God’s justice is without any partiality. I can trust God completely. Being just Himself, God calls …

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“A pretentious, showy life is an empty life; a plain and simple life is a full life.” ~King Solomon

May 6, 2018

Here is something for me to assess. Am I being pretentious? Am I pretending and showing off what I have …

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Is God’s justice impartial?

April 25, 2018

Justice is a term used for what is right or “as it should be.” Justice is one of God’s attributes …

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“This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.” ~Jesus

March 29, 2018

Maundy Thursday, also known as “Holy Thursday,” is the Thursday of Passion Week, one day before Good Friday (the Friday before …

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“What are you willing to give me if I deliver Jesus over to you?” ~Judas

March 28, 2018

According to the traditional interpretation of the Bible, Holy Wednesday is the day on which Jesus was anointed with spikenard during a …

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“Nor will I tell you by what authority I do these things.” ~Jesus

March 27, 2018

Holy Tuesday is is a busy day. Many chapters of the Gospels are devoted to it.(Matthew 21:23—23:39; Mark 11:27—12:44; Luke 20:1—21:4). Here …

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“Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow.” ~ God

March 25, 2018

What should followers of Jesus think about justice and the social justice movement? “If we take the Bible seriously then …

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“Religious leaders talk a good line, but they don’t live it.” ~Jesus

March 21, 2018

“Now Jesus turned to address his disciples, along with the crowd that had gathered with them. “The religion scholars [Scribes …

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Miracles of Jesus – How they reveal and confirm his Messianic credentials and the coming of God’s Kingdom

March 14, 2018

There are so many stunning, amazing and supernatural acts of Jesus. They reveal and confirm his Messianic credentials. They announce …

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“Rats and roaches live by competition under the laws of supply and demand; it is the privilege of human beings to live under the laws of justice and mercy.” –~Wendell Berry

March 10, 2018

Jesus challenges us to live a life of mercy and to work for justice and mercy. Jesus uses harsh language …

Continue reading →

Hypocrisy – What it is, why it is evil and hated by Jesus

March 8, 2018

Hypocrisy is an outward pretense masking an inner reality. Jesus condemns hypocrisy, especially in matters of faith. Followers of Jesus …

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Everything Jesus had to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving

March 4, 2018

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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“But woe to you who are rich, for you are receiving your comfort in full.” ~Jesus

February 27, 2018

Then Jesus looked up at his disciples and said: “Happy are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom …

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“Prefer my life-disciplines over chasing after money, and God-knowledge over a lucrative career.” ~King Solomon

February 13, 2018

Prefer my life-disciplines over chasing after money,     and God-knowledge over a lucrative career. For Wisdom is better than all the …

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