Post #6 – As Reported From The Book Of Luke
BREAKING — It has recently been documented that Jesus, acknowledged by prophets Simeon and Anna to be the world’s redeemer, has been accused of Sabbath-breaking. Unhappy with His actions are the local Pharisees and teachers of the law. They are the ones confronting Jesus and questioning, “Why are you doing what is unlawful on the Sabbath?”
Jesus’ quick, steadfast response is quoted as: “The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.” Continue reading
BREAKING — Miracles and wondrous teaching abound as Jesus – the world’s Messiah, begins His own ministry blessing towns in Israel with God’s Word. Eyewitnesses have experienced the Son of God preaching at synagogues on the sabbath in Galilee and Capernaum. They were amazed at His teaching because His words had authority.
Jesus is approaching other towns because controversy erupted in His hometown of Nazareth when Jesus read the words of the prophet Isaiah 61:1-2 which were handed to Him. Locals were outraged when Jesus proclaimed He was The One to fulfill scripture and save Israel! Continue reading
BREAKING — Crowds gathered at the Jordan River today in the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar. John the Baptist son of Zechariah was present, baptizing many into a new relationship with God. John is described as preparing the way for the expected coming Messiah. Known for his unconventional clothing made of camel’s hair and leather, John also consumes a unique diet of locusts and wild honey.
Sources reveal this wilderness man preached his aggressive message of baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. What he is not known for is a polite disposition. John slams members of the crowds with biting statements such as “You brood of vipers!” and “Produce fruit in keeping with repentance.” Continue reading
Post #3 As Reported From The Book Of Luke
BREAKING — Local Nazareth couple the Virgin Mary and her husband Joseph the carpenter, were distraught over the disappearance of Mary’s pre-teen son Jesus the savior. The couple has been in marital bliss for twelve years. Mary’s son Jesus is also twelve years old; though records affirm Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit following her engagement to Joseph.
Joseph son of David, faithful to the law and a man not wanting to expose virgin Mary to public disgrace , went against social norms and kept Virgin Mary as his own. This decision was made after an angel visited Joseph in a dream and through a divine message explained the child would forever change the world! Continue reading
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