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Burying his father
The disciple's father is not dead, as in "the funeral is today, let me go to that and then I'll come with you". What is being referred to here should be viewed from Jewish custom. It is likely this disciple…
Created 5 months ago
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"Fulfill the week"
When the marriage deception is uncovered, Laban tells Jacob to "fulfill her (Leah's) week". What does this mean? The week being referred to is the week long wedding celebration and feast. In Laban's…
Created 5 months ago
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Jesus' Anger
I think a lot of Christians look at this verse either with confusion or glee, that Jesus displayed so much anger. While it is an interesting topic, to show that Jesus wasn't a pushover by any means, and…
Created over 2 years ago
John 2:1 (ESV), John 2:13 (ESV), John 2:14 (ESV), John 2:15 (ESV), John 2:16 (ESV), John 2:17 (ESV)
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The role of a pastor
This verse moved me today, as I think it describes what the role of a pastor should be: "to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, to make ready…
Created over 2 years ago
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The proud
Such an important reminder, to stay humble in our hearts and minds. Pride separates us from God, even pride in our religious status! We can clearly see how God scatters the proud in their thoughts from…
Created over 2 years ago
