251. What Is Implied in Jesus' Words "See the Son of Man Coming in His Kingdom"? This passage is frequently misunderstood. Mark has .the better version: "Till they see the Kingdom of God come with power" (which is the more explicit), and Luke: "Till they see the Kingdom." Jesus is believed to have had reference … Continue reading “251 – What Is Implied in Jesus' Words "See the Son of Man Coming in His Kingdom"?”
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252 – What Is Meant by "Poor in Spirit"?
252. What Is Meant by "Poor in Spirit"? The simple meaning of this passage (Mat_5:3) is that it is the humble soul that gets blessed. And the higher a saint gets in the divine life the more humble he will be. Spiritual progress which is not accompanied by humility is progress in the wrong direction. … Continue reading “252 – What Is Meant by "Poor in Spirit"?”
250 – Does Any Parallel to the Lord's Prayer Exist?
250. Does Any Parallel to the Lord's Prayer Exist? Some commentators have claimed that the Prayer is based upon expressions and sentiments already familiar to the Jews, and that parallel phrases may be found in the Talmud, but this does not detract from its beauty and originality as a whole. Source: 555 Difficult Bible Questions … Continue reading “250 – Does Any Parallel to the Lord's Prayer Exist?”
248 – In What Language Did Christ Speak?
248. In What Language Did Christ Speak? The common language of Palestine at that time was Aramaic, a Syro-Chaldaic dialect. After the Babylonian captivity it supplanted the original Hebrew, although the latter continued in use for ecclesiastical documents. It is reasonable to believe that Christ used the Aramaic, as the people would not have understood … Continue reading “248 – In What Language Did Christ Speak?”
249 – Why Have We Differing Versions of the Lord's Prayer?
249. Why Have We Differing Versions of the Lord's Prayer? There is no absolute evidence that the prayer was taught on one occasion only. Matthew reports it as given during the Sermon on the Mount, and Luke (who was not one of the twelve) places its delivery after the close of the Galilean ministry, but … Continue reading “249 – Why Have We Differing Versions of the Lord's Prayer?”
246 – Why Is Jesus Sometimes Called the Son of Man and Sometimes the Son of God?
246. Why Is Jesus Sometimes Called the Son of Man and Sometimes the Son of God? It is held that Jesus, in applying to himself the title Son of Man, intended to emphasize his humanity and his representative character. The Jews were looking for a Messiah who would raise Israel to the head of the … Continue reading “246 – Why Is Jesus Sometimes Called the Son of Man and Sometimes the Son of God?”
247 – The Meaning of the Name "Jesus."
247. The Meaning of the Name "Jesus." The name "Jesus" is the name by which the Saviour is preferably known in the Gospels. "Christ" is used as a proper name in the Epistles, but in the Gospels, except in rare instances, such as Mat_1:1; Mar_1:1; Luk_2:2 ; John i there is found not the familiar … Continue reading “247 – The Meaning of the Name "Jesus."”
244 – Was the Ascension in Human Form?
244. Was the Ascension in Human Form? The visible resurrection was essential as a demonstration of his victory over death. The facts of the ascension are so well authenticated in numerous passages, that they are accepted by all denominations of the Christian Church. It was a bodily ascension, visible to the multitudes, as far as … Continue reading “244 – Was the Ascension in Human Form?”
245 – What Were the Characteristics of Jesus That Made Him So Worthy of Following?
245. What Were the Characteristics of Jesus That Made Him So Worthy of Following? He was altogether lovely, Son_5:16; holy, righteous, good, faithful, true, just, guileless and sinless, spotless, innocent, harmless (Luk_1:3; Act_4:27; Isa_53:11; Mat_19:16; Isa_11:5; Joh_1:14; Joh_7:18; Zec_9:9; Joh_5:30; Isa_53:1-12; Isa_52:1-15; Isa_51:1-23; Isa_50:1-11; Isa_49:1-26; Isa_48:1-22; Isa_47:1-15; Isa_46:1-13; Isa_45:1-25; Isa_44:1-28; Isa_43:1-28; Isa_42:1-25; Isa_41:1-29; Isa_40:1-31; Isa_39:1-8; … Continue reading “245 – What Were the Characteristics of Jesus That Made Him So Worthy of Following?”
243 – Why Did Jesus After His Resurrection Say: "Touch Me Not"?
243. Why Did Jesus After His Resurrection Say: "Touch Me Not"? It was not a time for the old familiar greeting or handclaspings. He had not come to renew the former human associations with his followers. A great change had taken place. The crown of his life-work was not yet complete. He must show himself … Continue reading “243 – Why Did Jesus After His Resurrection Say: "Touch Me Not"?”