“God also has highly exalted Him, giving Him a name which is above every name.” Philippians 2:9. The ascension of our Lord signifies three great spiritual truths. First, it tells us that the Savior is seated at God’s right hand as our Advocate. Second, it assures us that He, as the exalted Head of the […]
“…they saw no man, except Jesus only.” Matthew 17:8 After the disciples had witnessed the glory of the transfiguration, they saw “Jesus only.” In like manner, Christians today should fix their attention primarily on the heartwarming reality of a living Savior. We must not worship the preacher nor settle for mere cold, abstract “religion.” Some people […]
“God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5. Jesus needed comfort as He prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane. He knew what He was about to face: betrayal, arrest, and death. He asked His closest friends to stay and pray with Him, telling them that His soul was […]
“[Jesus] said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Matthew 16:13-20 Public opinion can help answer certain questions, but not the one question that will determine your eternity: Who do you say that Jesus is? If you agree with Scripture, and place your trust in Christ, you will have eternal life. Opinion […]
“He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Matthew 16:15. Jesus questioned the Pharisees about His identity. (Matthew 22:42). The identity of Messiah was critical, and their answer was correct but incomplete. The Scriptures had affirmed that Messiah would come and reign on the throne of His father David. But Jesus […]