1. (7-8) Jesus invites us to keep on asking, seeking and knocking. “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.”. a.The Team of Enduring Word; Your Story; Commentary. Commentary – English ...Thus says the Lord GOD to the mountains, to the hills, to the ravines, and to the valleys: “Indeed I, even I, will bring a sword against you, and I will destroy ...1. (1-3) Jesus responds to an accusation from the Pharisees. Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him. And the Pharisees and scribes complained, saying, “This Man receives sinners and eats with them.”. So He spoke this parable to them, saying:Jesus wants to come in to us, and dine with us, in the sense of having a deep, meaningful relationship. ii. I stand at the door: Sadly, Jesus stood on the outside, knocking to get in. If the church at Philadelphia was “The Church of the Open Door,” then Laodicea had “The Church of the Excluded Jesus.”. iii.43 “No good tree bears bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit. 44 Each tree is recognized by its own fruit. People do not pick figs from thornbushes, or grapes from briers. 45 A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart.The ideas of the three lines of 1 Samuel 2:2 all rhyme together, having different words yet “sounding” the same. 2. (3) A warning to the arrogant and proud. “Talk no more so very proudly; Let no arrogance come from your mouth, For the LORD is the God of knowledge; And by Him actions are weighed. a.1. (1-6) The Lord of the Sabbath heals on the Sabbath. And He entered the synagogue again, and a man was there who had a withered hand. So they watched Him closely, whether He would heal him on the Sabbath, so that they might accuse Him. And He said to the man who had the withered hand, “Step forward.”. Then He said to them, “Is it lawful ...Jun 18, 2019. Scripture: Luke 6:20–26. John Piper. Article. Why We Should Love Our Enemies. May 12, 2012. Scripture: Luke 6:27. John Piper. Article. Because He Is Our Father? or That We May Be Sons? Feb 10, 1992.... Words With You – Hosea 14:1-3 – April 5, 2024 · https://storage ... Luke 24:34. We can assume that Jesus spoke to ... Hosea 6:6 – March 29, 2024 · https://storage...43 “No good tree bears bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit. 44 Each tree is recognized by its own fruit. People do not pick figs from thornbushes, or grapes from briers. 45 A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart.Acts 6:8-15 – Wisdom and the Spirit. A. The appointment of deacons. 1. (1) A dispute about the distribution of assistance to widows. Now in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplying, there arose a complaint against the Hebrews by the Hellenists, because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution. a.This word for healed is not the customary word for a miraculous healing. The word more literally means, “to receive medical attention.” It may be that Luke (who was a physician according to Colossians 4:14) served as a medical missionary on Malta. B. Paul at Rome. 1. (11-15) The final part of Paul’s journey towards Rome.Those who follow the multitude to do evil, follow in the broad way that leads to destruction. The tree is known by its fruits; may the word of Christ be so grafted in our hearts, that we …Jesus described Himself as a servant in Matthew 20:25-28, Matthew 23:11, Mark 9:35, Mark 10:43-45. Peter, in his Acts 3 sermon, gives our Savior the title His Servant Jesus ( Acts 3:13 and 3:26 ). In Acts 4, the praying people of God spoke of Your holy Servant Jesus ( Acts 4:27, 4:30 ). But Jesus isn’t just a servant.Revelation 12 – The Woman, the Child, and the Dragon. A. The woman. 1. (1) The woman is described in celestial images. Now a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a garland of twelve stars. a.a. Jesus answered them: The religious leaders surrounded Jesus ( John 10:24) and now held rocks to stone Him to death ( John 10:31 ). Jesus didn’t panic and didn’t run; He stopped them with the power of His word. He answered them as an educated rabbi would speak to other educated rabbis. 1. (1-6) The Lord of the Sabbath heals on the Sabbath. And He entered the synagogue again, and a man was there who had a withered hand. So they watched Him closely, whether He would heal him on the Sabbath, so that they might accuse Him. And He said to the man who had the withered hand, “Step forward.”. Then He said to them, “Is it lawful ... Old Testament. The Book of Exodus; The Book of Judges; The Book of Ruth; The Book of 1 Samuel; The Book of 2 Samuel; The Book of 1 Kings; The Book of 2 KingsThe “sermon on a level place” (Luke 6:17-49) is one of the longest teaching discourses in the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. Luke portrays Jesus as the final eschatological prophet who announces …3. (7-10) The healing of the lame man. And he took him by the right hand and lifted him up, and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength. So he, leaping up, stood and walked and entered the temple with them; walking, leaping, and praising God. And all the people saw him walking and praising God.A. Jesus and Sabbath controversy. 1. ( Luke 6:1-2) The source of the controversy: the disciples are accused of “harvesting” on the Sabbath. Now it happened on the second Sabbath after the first that He went through the grainfields. And His disciples plucked the heads of grain and ate them, rubbing them in their hands.Feel free to contribute! Luke 1:26-80 – Witness of Mary Luke 3 – Witness of John the Baptist.In Nehemiah 6:1-2 he was one of the men who tried to get Nehemiah to stop the work and come to the plain of Ono where he could be attacked. b. For many in Judah were pledged to him: Yet, the nobles of Judah had no trouble being friends to such a man – because he had family ties to many in the tribe of Judah.e. He was seen by James: This would be James, the brother of Jesus, who is seen as a prominent leader in the church in Acts 15. Significantly, in the gospels, Jesus’ brothers are hostile to Him and His mission (John 7:3-5). Yet in the first chapter of Acts, Jesus’ brothers are among the followers of Jesus (Acts 1:14).1. (1-6) The Lord of the Sabbath heals on the Sabbath. And He entered the synagogue again, and a man was there who had a withered hand. So they watched Him closely, whether He would heal him on the Sabbath, so that they might accuse Him. And He said to the man who had the withered hand, “Step forward.”. Then He said to them, “Is it lawful ...These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our website and application for you in order to enhance your experience.And I will bring you into the land which I swore to give to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob: For the first plainly stated time, Moses was to tell Israel what God ...a. David took it aside into the house of Obed-Edom: David did this in fulfillment of God’s word. Obed-Edom was a Levite of the family of Korah and Kohath ( 1 Chronicles 26:4 ). This was the family within the tribe of Levi that God commanded to carry and take care of the ark ( Numbers 4:15 ). b.b. Unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink His blood, you have no life in you: Jesus responded to their willful misunderstanding by speaking even more boldly, amplifying the point made at John 6:51 – His “ flesh ” was His laid-down life. i. Bread of life is a metaphor. Bread from heaven is a metaphor.c. And the Word was with God, and the Word was God: With this brilliant statement, John 1:1 sets forth one of the most basic foundations of our faith – the Trinity. We can follow John’s logic: · There is a Being known as the Word. · This Being is God, because He is eternal ( In the beginning ).Here Jesus taught His disciples, not the multitude mentioned in Luke 15:1-2. However, as Jesus taught His disciples, a group of Pharisees also listened ( Luke 16:14 ). b. There was a certain rich man who had a steward: A steward was a manager, especially a manager of money or property. In the story Jesus told, the steward’s boss (the rich man ...God promised to fight for His people in His day of restoration and rescue. 2. (23) A promise to Zerubbabel. ‘In that day,’ says the LORD of hosts, ‘I will take you, Zerubbabel My servant, the son of Shealtiel,’ says the LORD, ‘and will make you like a signet ring; for I have chosen you,’ says the LORD of hosts. a.1. (1) The author and the readers. Jude, a bondservant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, To those who are called, sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ: a. Jude: The name is literally “Judas.”. But to avoid connection with Judas Iscariot, the infamous man who betrayed Jesus, most English translators have used the ...Now it came to pass on a sabbath, that he was going through the grainfields; and his disciples plucked the ears, and did eat, rubbing them in their hands. On a ...David Guzik Sermon on Luke 1:26-80 - Witness of Mary. These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our website and application for you in order to enhance your experience. This word for healed is not the customary word for a miraculous healing. The word more literally means, “to receive medical attention.” It may be that Luke (who was a physician according to Colossians 4:14) served as a medical missionary on Malta. B. Paul at Rome. 1. (11-15) The final part of Paul’s journey towards Rome. i. Jesus said this when it seemed He was more popular than ever ( Luke 12:1 ). Yet Jesus knew that being regarded as popular wasn’t the same as truly being confessed and trusted. Even as He called His hearers to make a choice, He warned against making the wrong choice. ii. A. Thoughts to begin with as we study the Bible. 1. We come to the Bible knowing there is a God. a. There are many good and strong philosophical and logical reasons to believe in God. Yet the Bible does not make elaborate arguments for the existence of God. However, it does tell us how we can know God exists.1. (1) Jesus prepares to teach His disciples. And seeing the multitudes, He went up on a mountain, and when He was seated His disciples came to Him. a. And seeing the multitudes: The previous section mentioned that great multitudes followed Him, coming from many different regions ( Matthew 4:25 ). In response to this, Jesus went up on a mountain.A. Jesus and Sabbath controversy. 1. ( Luke 6:1-2) The source of the controversy: the disciples are accused of “harvesting” on the Sabbath. Now it happened on the second Sabbath after the first that He went through the grainfields. And His disciples plucked the heads of grain and ate them, rubbing them in their hands.Psalm 23 – The LORD Is My Shepherd and My Host. Like many others, this beloved psalm bears the simple title A Psalm of David. Most account it to be a psalm of David’s maturity, but with vivid remembrance of his youth as a shepherd. Charles Spurgeon wrote, “I like to recall the fact that this psalm was written by David, probably when he ...1. (1-2) Salvation to Israel in the last days. “At the same time,” says the LORD, “I will be the God of all the families of Israel, and they shall be My people.”. Thus says the LORD: “The people who survived the sword. Found grace in the wilderness—. Israel, when I …c. And the Word was with God, and the Word was God: With this brilliant statement, John 1:1 sets forth one of the most basic foundations of our faith – the Trinity. We can follow John’s logic: · There is a Being known as the Word. · This Being is God, because He is eternal ( In the beginning ).The generation Jesus meant cannot be the generation of the disciples, because they never saw Jesus return in glory as described in Matthew 24:30. It is undoubtedly the generation that sees these signs. These events and Jesus’ return won’t be on some 1,000-year timetable, but will happen in succession. ii.Acts 14:1-28 – Through Many Tribulations. A. In the city of Iconium. 1. (1) Paul and Barnabas have evangelistic success in Iconium. Now it happened in Iconium that they went together to the synagogue of the Jews, and so spoke that a great multitude both of the Jews and of the Greeks believed. a.B. The cleansing of the prophet. 1. (6) A seraphim brings a coal from the altar. Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a live coal which he had taken with the tongs from the altar. a. One of the seraphim flew to me: These angelic beings, surrounding the throne of God, ministered to Isaiah.1. (1-3) The rich and the illusion of wealth. Come now, you rich, weep and howl for your miseries that are coming upon you! Your riches are corrupted, and your garments are moth-eaten. Your gold and silver are corroded, and their corrosion will be a witness against you and will eat your flesh like fire.1. (7-8) Jesus invites us to keep on asking, seeking and knocking. “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.”. a.David Guzik Sermon on Luke 1:1-26 - Witness of an Angel. These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our website and application for you in order to enhance your experience.a. Now on the first day of the week Mary Magdalene went to the tomb early: Jesus was crucified on Friday (or on Thursday by some accounts). After His entombment, the tomb was sealed and guarded by Roman soldiers ( Matthew 27:62-66 ). The tomb stayed sealed and guarded until discovered on the first day of the week… early, while it was still dark.Commentary – Tamil. Farsi فارسی. Kommentar – Deutsch. Kiswahili. русский (Russian) ўзбек (Uzbek) Nederlandstalige Bijbelstudies door Stan Marinussen. Media. Audio & Video Messages. i. Jesus said this when it seemed He was more popular than ever ( Luke 12:1 ). Yet Jesus knew that being regarded as popular wasn’t the same as truly being confessed and trusted. Even as He called His hearers to make a choice, He warned against making the wrong choice. ii. Acts 14:1-28 – Through Many Tribulations. A. In the city of Iconium. 1. (1) Paul and Barnabas have evangelistic success in Iconium. Now it happened in Iconium that they went together to the synagogue of the Jews, and so spoke that a great multitude both of the Jews and of the Greeks believed. a.3. (5-8) Jesus explains the new birth. Jesus answered, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. Do not marvel that I said to you, ‘You must be born again.’.Pastor David provides an in-depth and interesting study of The Book of Luke. He has a passion for the Bible, its truth, and how we can apply it to our daily lives. So far the best Bible teacher I’ve ever listened to. I suggest listening to his other teachings in Enduring Word—all great, but The Book of Acts is fantastic!Read and study Luke 6 with Matthew Henry's concise commentary, which explains the meaning and application of each verse. Learn about the disciples, the apostles, the …enduring-word-luke. April 11, 2016 / 0 Comments / by David Guzik. David Guzik teaching verse by verse through the Gospel of Luke. Daniel 6:1-14 – The Trap. Daniel 6:15-28 – Safe in the Lions’ Den. This has long been a beloved Bible story – and no wonder. There are so many dramatic features in this story – the jealousy of political subordinates, the vanity of a king, the integrity of a man, the power and preservation of God, even wild animals and violence. A. Galatians 6. – Final Instructions. – Don’t Give Up Doing Good. – Dead to the World. 1. (1) Restoring those overtaken in sin. Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be …Old Testament. The Book of Exodus; The Book of Judges; The Book of Ruth; The Book of 1 Samuel; The Book of 2 Samuel; The Book of 1 Kings; The Book of 2 KingsCommentary on Luke 6:1-16. In reading of Jesus’ conflicts with the Pharisees, it is easy to dismiss the Pharisees as legalistic and self-righteous, and to …Acts 6:8-15 – Wisdom and the Spirit. A. The appointment of deacons. 1. (1) A dispute about the distribution of assistance to widows. Now in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplying, there arose a complaint against the Hebrews by the Hellenists, because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution. a.Daily Devotional Podcast · Enduring Words with David Guzik Podcast ... Gospel of Luke David Guzik Enduring Word.a. The day is coming: Discouraged by the apparent prosperity of the wicked and uselessness of serving the LORD, God’s people needed to be reminded that the day is coming. God still has eternity to right all wrongs and reward all goodness. b. Burning like an oven: God promised a fire for His people ( Malachi 3:2-3) and here He promised a fire ...enduring-word-luke. April 11, 2016 / 0 Comments / by David Guzik. David Guzik teaching verse by verse through the Gospel of Luke.January 10, 2017 / by Enduring Word Luke 6:27-49 – Witness of the Kingdom (Part 2) January 11, 2017 / by Enduring Word Luke 7:1-23 – Witness of the Centurion. January 12, 2017 / by Enduring Word Luke 7:24-50 – Witness of a Forgiven Woman. January 13, 2017 / by Enduring Word2. (4-5) Peter receives as Jesus directs his service. When He had stopped speaking, He said to Simon, “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.”. But Simon answered and said to Him, “Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing; nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net.”. a.0. Forget-Him-Not – Isaiah 17:10-11 – March 24 2021 In Jesus’ Name – Acts 3:16 – March 26 2021. In this daily devotional Pastor Guzik gives us an encouraging Word from the Scriptures for everyday. What We Say and Who We Are - Luke 6:45.THE END OF THE WORLD'S VALUES ( Luke 6:20-26 ) 6:20-26 Jesus lifted up his eyes upon his disciples and said, "Happy are you poor, because yours is the Kingdom of God. Happy are you who are hungry now because you will be filled. Happy are you who weep now because you will laugh.43 “No good tree bears bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit. 44 Each tree is recognized by its own fruit. People do not pick figs from thornbushes, or grapes from briers. 45 A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart.These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our website and application for you in order to enhance your experience.Yet at the end of it all, he destroys his own soul. i. “The expression ‘destroys himself’ in Proverbs 6:32 stresses that the guilty one destroys his own life.” (Ross) ii. Destroys his own soul: “The vixen hunts for his life, but he is responsible for his self-destruction.” (Waltke) d.Jan 4, 2020 ... ... 31-36). Grace to You•57K views · 34:07. Go to channel · Opposed by Word Twisters - John 6:47-71. David Guzik•14K views · 33:22. Go to chann...Luke 6 -Enduring Word Commentary. Chapter 6 In this chapter we have Christ’s exposition of the moral law, which he came not to destroy, but to fulfil, and to fill up, by his gospel. I. Here is a proof of the lawfulness of works of necessity and mercy on the sabbath day, the former in vindication of his disciples’ plucking the ears of corn ... enduring-word-luke. April 11, 2016 / 0 Comments / by David Guzik. David Guzik teaching verse by verse through the Gospel of Luke. They came to Jesus together and they prayed together, even though they were a mixed group of Jews and Samaritans (Luke 17:15-16). Bonded by their misery, their national and other prejudices vanished as they came together in prayer. i. “A common misfortune had broken down the racial and national barriers. David Guzik Sermon on Luke 1:1-26 - Witness of an Angel. These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our website and application for you in order to enhance your experience.i. “Satan would rather vex swine than do no mischief at all. He is so fond of evil that he would work it upon animals if he cannot work it upon men.” (Spurgeon) ii. In Mark 5:7, the demons demonstrated that they knew who Jesus was. Here they demonstrate that they can “pray” to Jesus ( begged Him earnestly ).Biblical scholars disagree about the circumstances of Saint Luke’s death. Most Catholic scholars contend that he either died at the age of 84 in Greece, while many Orthodox scholar...Luke 6:20–26. Jun 18, 2019. Scripture: Luke 6:20–26. John Piper Jun 18, 2019. Article. Why We Should Love Our Enemies. May 12, 2012. Scripture: Luke 6:27. John Piper May 12, 2012. Article. Because He Is Our Father? or That We May Be Sons? Feb 10, 1992. Scripture: Luke 6:35–36. John PiperTHE END OF THE WORLD'S VALUES ( Luke 6:20-26 ) 6:20-26 Jesus lifted up his eyes upon his disciples and said, "Happy are you poor, because yours is the Kingdom of God. Happy are you who are hungry now because you will be filled. Happy are you who weep now because you will laugh.David Guzik Sermon on Luke 6:27-49 - Witness of the Kingdom (Part 2)He labored in prayer for the safety and blessing of those with him, believers and not-yet-believers. Paul cared for them and loved them, and he labored for them in prayer until God granted the apostle their safety. e. Therefore take heart, men: Paul encouraged them to take heart just a moment before ( Acts 27:22 ).In 2012, artist Damien Hirst was approached by The Walt Disney Company to produce a piece inspired by the company’s enduring ambassador, Mickey Mouse. The result? A gloss on canvas...
1. (1-3) Jesus as the true vine. “I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. You are already clean because of the word which I have spoken to you.”.. Fake cashapp sent
d. Unless you repent… unless you repent: By noting the ancient Greek grammar, we see that Jesus here mentioned two kinds of repentance, and both are essential. Luke 13:5 ( unless you repent) described a once and for all repentance. The verb tense in Luke 13:3 ( unless you repent) described a continuing repentance. i.1. (1-2) Address and initial greeting. Paul and Timothy, bondservants of Jesus Christ, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, with the bishops and deacons: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. a. Paul and Timothy: The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to his close friends, the Christians in Philippi ...Your sins are forgiven: If Jesus has already said that her sins are forgiven ( Luke 7:47 ), yet He also said this directly to the woman. We need the healing power inherent in the words your sins are forgiven. i. It can be so hard for us to truly believe that we are forgiven; often, we must be persuaded of it. b.O LORD, heal me, for my bones are troubled. My soul also is greatly troubled; But You, O LORD–how long? a. I am weak…my bones are troubled: David knew the trial ... And He taught in their synagogues, being glorified by all. a. Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit: Jesus came from His time of testing stronger than ever. Though He was already filled with the Spirit ( Luke 4:1 ), He continued to walk in the power of the Spirit after experiencing victory over temptation. i. The gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke make up the synoptic gospels, because they include the same stories with similar wording, in contrast to the gospel of John, which is relative...Because my commentary quotes and cites so many different Bible commentators and authors, many people ask about the sources for a quote. In the print editions of my commentary, these bibliographies have been available. Here they are assembled into a bibliography and will hopefully be a help to readers who ask about sources.i. “Satan would rather vex swine than do no mischief at all. He is so fond of evil that he would work it upon animals if he cannot work it upon men.” (Spurgeon) ii. In Mark 5:7, the demons demonstrated that they knew who Jesus was. Here they demonstrate that they can “pray” to Jesus ( begged Him earnestly ).1. (1-3) The rich and the illusion of wealth. Come now, you rich, weep and howl for your miseries that are coming upon you! Your riches are corrupted, and your garments are moth-eaten. Your gold and silver are corroded, and their corrosion will be a witness against you and will eat your flesh like fire.Deuteronomy 32 – The Song of Moses A. The song of Moses. 1. (1-4) Introduction. Give ear, O heavens, and I will speak; And hear, O earth, the words of my mouth. Let my teaching drop as the rain, My speech distill as the dew, As raindrops on the tender herb, And as showers on the grass. For I proclaim the name of the LORD: Ascribe greatness … ii. Considering the work of the seventy disciples as described in Luke 10 shows ways that we can go forth to serve Jesus and spread His message. · The harvest is great: We do the work knowing how big the job is. · The laborers are few: We do the work knowing that we have a key job. They came to Jesus together and they prayed together, even though they were a mixed group of Jews and Samaritans (Luke 17:15-16). Bonded by their misery, their national and other prejudices vanished as they came together in prayer. i. “A common misfortune had broken down the racial and national barriers. 1. (2-3) Jesus is transfigured before His disciples. Now after six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John, and led them up on a high mountain apart by themselves; and He was transfigured before them. His clothes became shining, exceedingly white, like snow, such as no launderer on earth can whiten them. a.a. Therefore watch: This was Paul’s third therefore in such a short section. · He gave one therefore about himself (his clear conscience, Acts 20:26 ). · He gave a second therefore about what they should do (take heed, Acts 20:28 ). · This third therefore is given after the urgency of taking heed has been explained.Audio for Luke 18: A. A parable about persistence in prayer. 1. (1) The purpose of the parable: that we might not lose heart in prayer. Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart, a. That men always ought to pray: Man is created with a spiritual instinct ( Ecclesiastes 3:11 ), so prayer often comes naturally.i. Jesus said this when it seemed He was more popular than ever ( Luke 12:1 ). Yet Jesus knew that being regarded as popular wasn’t the same as truly being confessed and trusted. Even as He called His hearers to make a choice, … 1. (1-2) Salvation to Israel in the last days. “At the same time,” says the LORD, “I will be the God of all the families of Israel, and they shall be My people.”. Thus says the LORD: “The people who survived the sword. Found grace in the wilderness—. Israel, when I went to give him rest.”. a. A. Introduction: The unique character of the Gospel of Mark. 1. Revelation 4:7 describes the cherubim around God’s throne as beings with four faces: a lion, a calf, a man, and an eagle. By long tradition, the church has attributed one of these “faces” to each of the Gospels, according to the character and message of the particular Gospel.Jun 18, 2019. Scripture: Luke 6:20–26. John Piper. Article. Why We Should Love Our Enemies. May 12, 2012. Scripture: Luke 6:27. John Piper. Article. Because He Is Our Father? or That We May Be Sons? Feb 10, 1992..