According to the Gospel of John, Jesus offered a powerful sermon as “the passover, a feast of the Jews, was nigh” (John 6:4). This discourse, often called the Bread of Life Sermon (John 6:25–58), relates to the Passover in several profound ways.
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In all four of the New Testament gospels, Jesus is represented as teaching in synagogues. “He preached in their synagogues,” “throughout all Galilee.” “I spake openly to the world,” Jesus says to Caiaphas, “I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in secret have I said nothing.” So, what do we know about what these synagogues were like?
The Valentinian Rite of Redemption and Bridal Chamber
Although sculptured hands of marriage partners in modern times nearly always show a simple handclasp, a significant number from ancient times pointedly feature a somewhat different gesture where the hand of the man is placed over the wrist of the woman.
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The parable of the sower and the vision of the Tree of Life teach similar principles. In each, three groups of people lose their way for various reasons. The sad outcome for these seeds acts as a warning of what behaviors and attitudes we should avoid as well as an explanation of why some people reject God’s truth and goodness.
The Women Who Followed Jesus
This week, it's an absolute must to discuss the women who followed Jesus. Luke 8:1-3 contains only a few details but it is enough to start to paint a picture of these faithful women.