September, 2008
Matthew 15:1-9, #2
Matthew 15:1-9 #2
Notice the contrasting statements in this text. The Pharisees challenged Jesus by saying, “Why do your disciples break the tradition of the elders?” Jesus reply is, “And why do you break the commandment of God for the sake…
September 30, 2008|A Moment with the Bible
Matthew 15:1-9, #1
Matthew 15:1-9 #1
You will notice that the Pharisees did not accuse the disciples of violating the law, but accused them of violating the tradition of the elders. The word “tradition” means, “that which was handed down.” The Pharisees believed that…
September 29, 2008|A Moment with the Bible
Matthew 14:32-36
Matthew 14:32-36
In reading the scriptures, especially historical accounts like this one, it is important that we place ourselves in the scene so that we can fully appreciate the lesson being given. In this case, if we sit down in that…
September 26, 2008|A Moment with the Bible