The Jewish leaders condemn Jesus. They state He must die. But they don’t have authority under Roman rule to conduct executions. So, they must take Him to Pontius Pilate, the Roman Governor of Judea. Early in the morning on Friday, they present Him at the Governor’s Palace. The Jewish leaders were concerned about their purityContinue reading “False Piety”
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Lowliest Tasks
As we enter Holy Week, we begin the trek of following Jesus through the last days of His life on this earth. The Passover was arguably the most significant festival and meal for the Jews. They remembered the awesome power of God that freed them from slavery in Egypt. Though it was a festival ofContinue reading “Lowliest Tasks”
Celebrate Like Jesus
Do you like dinner parties? Do you believe the more food there is and the more people there are the better the party is? Do you like to celebrate special occasions? Birthdays? Christmas? Easter? Thanksgiving? Can you think of a better occasion to celebrate? Dinner parties can be a lot of fun. Celebrations are joyousContinue reading “Celebrate Like Jesus”
Celebrate the Lord
Are there special days you like to remember? Do you celebrate them in a special way? Do you throw big parties inviting family and friends to celebrate with you? Are there celebrations that last more than a day? Are any of those celebrations to celebrate what God has done? All of us have special daysContinue reading “Celebrate the Lord”
Denying the Truth
What are you denying? Do you willingly, consciously deny truth? Do you know something is true, not like it, and make every attempt to deny it? How does that work out for you? Do you find later that you would have been better off to simply accept the truth and make the right decision? WeContinue reading “Denying the Truth”
Marty Pressey 