This man was full of grace. He was a friend of sinners willing to love the unlovely. (6:8) He was a man of power. Magnificent signs and wonders were performed in order to heal the hurting and augment his preaching. (6:8) However, despite his grace and power, he was opposed by chief men in the … More As I AM I Am
Jesus came to earth to be the “Friend of Sinners,” and he was constantly surrounded by such despicable folk. This was especially true during the final hours of his life. Self-serving, manipulative, and murderous priests were ministering in his Temple. Wicked kings, elders, judges, and governmental leaders abused the positions God had granted them. Foolish religious worshipers panted for the release … More Forget Fairness
Friends, do we find ourselves more interested in what Jesus immediately offers rather than who Jesus is and what Jesus desires? If so, we are in a large group of religious people who are finding Jesus somewhat interesting for the time being, but will find him not so fulfilling in the end. In the scriptural text at hand, Pilate had already … More Jesus in a Bottle
Unfathomable Grace 