After Jesus heals the sick man by the pool in John 5, He disappears into the crowd. Meanwhile, the man has walked back into town and when spotted by the Jews is confronted for carrying his mat on the Sabbath. What follows is an intricate trial scene complete with judges, … [Read more...] about Jesus, In the Dock
When Love Takes Hold
John was a Disciple of Jesus. He was young, reckless and he was the one Apostle who lived to see all of those He loved die. John's self-description throughout his letters is usually, “the disciples whom Jesus loved.” This gives us insight into what it was that made John tick. … [Read more...] about When Love Takes Hold
Jesus, Leaving Egypt Behind
In John 5:1-14, Jesus, having completed a tour of Galilee, returns to Jerusalem for a feast, most likely a Passover. The previous Passover wound up in a scuffle with the Jews for trashing the temple. Here again, He will come into conflict, only the heat has gone up a notch. … [Read more...] about Jesus, Leaving Egypt Behind
Loving Ourselves to Death
Some people will tell you that the most important thing you can do in life is to learn to love yourself, or that you cannot love others until you love yourself. But self-love is ultimately unsatisfying. It is fruitless. It is lame. It is barren. Self-love gives nothing but … [Read more...] about Loving Ourselves to Death
Jesus, Follow Me
The Pharisees were disciples of Scribes and Rabbi's and it was a great honour to be included in one of these elite schools. It also entailed a great sacrifice. You followed your Rabbi everywhere. Your mission was to be like him and so fellow disciples had a saying, "may you be … [Read more...] about Jesus, Follow Me