On April 5, 2022, I gave my third message to the women of my church Bible study on Matthew 20–22. Here is a written version of my message or you may watch the video.
Author: Eva Burkholder
What About Jesus Overturning the Temple Tables?
"I like the Jesus who overturned the tables most of all," my colleague said. I think he was being a tad facetious, but there is also truth in his words. I hear folks using this incident in the gospels as a justification for anger or acting ugly. So what does it really mean?
Are You a Stumbling Block?
Jesus calls Peter a stumbling block in Matthew 16:23. This is the Greek noun "skandalon." What does he mean? Further investigation reveals that Matthew uses this word three times as well as the corresponding verb, "skandalizo," eleven times in his gospel.
You Are the Last One Hired
Jesus tells a parable about a landowner who hires workers for his vineyard (Matthew 20:1–16). Who are you in the story?
Think About God’s Concerns, Not Human Concerns
On March 22, 2022, I had the honor of teaching a message on Matthew 16 and 17 to the Tuesday Morning Bible Study at my church. Here is a written version of my message or you may watch the video.
Filled With Grief
The second time Jesus predicted his death, the disciples were filled with grief. Some say that if they had understood and trusted Jesus, they would not have been sad. But I’m not so sure.
Jesus Gives Us Power and Authority
When they came to the crowd, a man [with a demon-possessed son] approached Jesus and knelt before him. “Lord, have mercy on my son,” he said. “He has seizures and is suffering greatly. He often falls into the fire or into the water. I brought him to your disciples, but they could not heal him.” … Continue reading Jesus Gives Us Power and Authority
Offended by Jesus
Participating in God’s kingdom means we expect him to be unexpected and aren’t offended by him. Instead, we are happy and well off.
