Jesus growing popularity is an issue with the pharisees and John’s disciples. John says it is as it should be. I need to back up a bit from the last story of Jesus’ life. NONE of the gospels are written in chronological order and I’m struggling to get Jesus’ life in order. I did a […]
Jesus is in Capernaum preaching in the synagogues. The people are all abuzz. “Have you heard Jesus preach? He preaches as one with authority! Jesus has officially moved to the city by the sea; Capernaum. He is going about the region teaching in the synagogues. His cousin, John the Baptist, is arrested shortly after He […]
Jesus returns to Galilee after His victory in the wilderness. John recognizes Him and calls out. The first of many good men turn and follow Jesus. I’m trying to harmonize all the gospel accounts into one story. John’s gospel is the one that gives us a glimpse of what happened right after Jesus returns for […]
Jesus goes into the wilderness after His baptism. He fasts for 40 days, and is tempted by Satan before emerging victoriously. I know, I should have put a ‘spoiler alert’ there for any who haven’t read the story. But, if you are here with me, you probably already know the outcome. Jesus is on His […]
It’s time to get the people’s hearts ready for the appearance of their Messiah. John prepares the way, in the spirit of Elijah. This was his mission from conception. I tried researching how long John had been calling out to the people before Jesus stepped into His role in history. My brain HURTS from this! […]