JESUS LEAVES his disciples with some final teachings before the Crucifixion. We discuss the accounts of the Last Supper, his declaration that no one comes to the Father except through him, and Jesus’ clear claim of divinity before the Sanhedrin.Continue Reading
THE REBELLION of Absalom comes to a quick and bitter end. The wise counsel of David’s former adviser, Ahitophel, is disregarded, giving David and his loyal forces much-needed time to regroup and rest.Continue Reading
MATTHEW 24 and 25 are among the most important chapters in the New Testament. Jesus spells out the future days of vengeance on Israel, the days of Tribulation, and the return of the Messiah to reign on Earth.Continue Reading
THE PSALMS in our study this week reflect the mood of David after his sin in sending Uriah the Hittite to his death.Continue Reading
JESUS IS in Jerusalem and, knowing that his time is short, begins to speak of his return, both directly and in parables.Continue Reading
DAVID IS at the high point of his kingship, and — as happens all too often with us mortals — he decides he isn’t satisfied with the blessings that God has bestowed.Continue Reading