Tag: crucifixion
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Seven-Mile Miracle, A Review
From the cross, Jesus speaks seven short statements. Seven, the number of completion, perfection. Steven Furtick calls these seven statements mile markers in the Christian’s walk to Emmaus, the Christian’s journey in relationship with Jesus. I was intrigued by this claim and eager to read this megachurch pastor’s ideas and learn about the seven mile markers on…
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7 Reasons Why This is Good Friday
Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” Luke 23:34 In His beaten, scourged, punched, spit upon, shamed body, Jesus prayed for His enemies. Jesus answered him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.” Luke 23:43 Between two thieves, Jesus promised eternal life to…
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For the joy set before Him … The cross, path to joy
Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12:2 May the Lord bless you with a growing knowledge of His great love for you. Healing…