The scriptures are composed of many witness accounts along with testimonies from Prophets and Sons of God. Ultimately they are a dialogue from God for our benefit. Let our study please the Father for what is written in this Book exists nowhere else on earth. Let these words sink down in our ears to our hearts, defiled from generations of misbegotten sinners who have lost their way.
Jesus came to heal those who believed in his ability to heal. He was the new wine, so to speak. But he knew his time on earth was short and made sure the whole world at that time new of his ministry, which was pure but couched in the mysteries og God. Thus he spoke in parables, ie. The kingdom of God is like such and such. Thus those with faith to be healed were healed. Their doubts were gone
Now, to me, knit-picking is taking a scripture(s) and taking IT apart - to mean what it doesn't. What I've done is only quoted scripture - as is. Acts 2:37 - the people asked a simple SINCERE question and Peter, with the 'keys' Jesus had given him - answered them - and - 3,000 were added - THAT DAY!!! Okay, now show where I knit picked here ................
There are those who " 'knit pick' " about other scriptures , such as " in the name of", not heeding the words of the Lord. One must really be careful when reasoning with others. God Bless.
This 'knit-picking' is what Jesus got onto the Pharisees about, Matt23:23; "you have omitted the weightier matters ... ", i.e. salvation, love, compassion, .........
The old wineskins represent the Torah and the prophets. The new wineskins is the emergence of the High Priest, Jesus, who came as Moses proclaimed, preaching the Word and healing by miracles. Most rebuked him, but he was the fulfilment of the scriptures. The Messiah, whom the people of that day rejected, nevertheless remained true to his calling and in his devotion to the Father who sent him.
I love Matthew chapter 9. However, it's hard to read verse 17 because it doesn't read the same as it once did. In that verse it mentions bottles. In that day, there were NO BOTTLES!! It used to say wineskins and NOT BOTTLES!! Go to Bible Hub, and you will see the CORRECT way this verse used to read.
To insight777 - do you know, Jesus created 'reverse psycology'. The 2 blind men did exactly what he wanted. the reason He didn't say, "Tell everybody you see"- he knew it'd be presumptuous on His part. It'd be boasting. I'm not judging you; please believe that. It's hard to get attitudes across in this way; speaking face to face is so much better.
Verse 27, the 2 blind men were religious as they recognized Jesus as the son of David. Their religion accepted Jesus but not as the son of God. They were blind because they could not see Jesus as the Messiah. They could not see that Jesus could save their souls. They saw Jesus as a prophet only, a son of David nothing more than that.
Amen, as Jesus said there were many labourers were called but only few are chosen. When we walk with faith we must serve the Lord and represent Jesus in everything we do. We can behave like Jesus in work, in business and in society, we must follow Jesus and live like Jesus. We live because of Jesus forgiveness. We must obey and love Jesus commandments until rapture. Praised God and thanks God for everything he have done into our lives and thanks to Jesus for his precious blood that shed for us as this is the symbol of his love and mercy to us. Be blessed coz Jesus loves you
Only 10 of the people in the church does all the work. There is a very few that will work when the harvest is plenteous. We need to pray for others that need help. God be the Glory.
The harvest is ready to be gathered in. I as a child of God are to go and gather in that which is harvested of God. There are few reapers : I need to gather in more lost sheep for the house of God. Under His anointing and unction of Holy Spirit I can go on and labor for the Lord.
This is the chapter of faith if we live our lives according to thy word we are granted favor we are given the same Power through dedication through our Faith That 's Why He Said Those That Are Made Whole Needs Not A Physician Because Your Trust Has Been Established In JESUS And He Shall Be Your Healer HEY
I think of a place where there are many teachers or shepherds that labor vainly in their own strength and miss out on the weightier issues of the kingdom. But here Jesus paints a true picture of a father who not only addresses the spiritual desires of the crowd but also goes a head to meet their physical needs. To me that is my our assignment, to increase men in all sphere of life and this is the primary role of a christian. For as HE is so are we in HIM. Praise Jesus.
I just wish to thank all those who take time to study the scripture and apply solid values to their lives. This is true discipleship. I very much enjoy reading comments posted. It is true today as it has been since Moses wrote the original 5 books of the Old Testament, people can use the scripture for Kingdom gain or their own gain agree many ministries today focus on collection plates as opposed to serving lost sheep. As Scripture states they have their reward.