“the whole city came out to meet Jesus” [Matthew 8:34]
<p><b>"the whole city came out to meet Jesus". </b> At first it appeared a full-scale revival whereas it turned out to be a wholesale rejection. The incident teaches us not ... Read more
<p><b>"the whole city came out to meet Jesus". </b> At first it appeared a full-scale revival whereas it turned out to be a wholesale rejection. The incident teaches us not ... Read more
<p><b>"But Zion said, 'The Lord has forsaken me, and my Lord has forgotten me.' ". </b> So we squeal before we are hurt and fear what never afflicts us! The ... Read more
<p><b>"he will guide you into all truth". </b> The Holy Spirit is the Divine agent in imparting salvation to all who believe - the 'dispenser of Calvary' as someone put ... Read more
<p><b>"Therefore we do not lose heart". </b> You lose heart when all hope has gone. It saps you of energy and motivation. It stifles any spirit within and leaves you ... Read more
<p><b>"when they had heard what great things he did". </b> From the very outset the ministry of Jesus was supported by healings and miracles. It seemed that the whole city ... Read more
<p><b>"When you have eaten and are satisfied, praise the Lord your God". </b> Recognise that all good gifts are received at His hand and bless and thank Him for every ... Read more
<p><b>"and many knew him". </b> They had met Jesus before, listened to His gracious words and teaching. Many would have witnessed His miracles and so when His boat drew into ... Read more
<p><b>"and enjoy it". </b> The whole world needs to know this! There is enjoyment, deep and lasting joy, in serving the Lord. It was so for the Children of Israel ... Read more
<p><b>"they were astonished". </b> The words of Jesus made the greatest impression though we can easily think His miracles made the greatest impact. Moses, Elijah and the prophets performed miracles ... Read more
<p><b>"so that people are without excuse". </b> An omniscient God knows what we are like. Ever since Adam and Eve, we have always had a reason, an excuse for our ... Read more