What does this story say about people?
Martha slightly blames Jesus for her brother’s death. Then she kind of back-tracks and displays a sign of faith, she knows who Jesus is. She calls Him Teacher. Yet, when Jesus told the men to remove the stone from Lazarus’ tomb, she displayed uncertainty.
Mary also slightly blames Jesus for her brother’s death. But she also knows who Jesus is because she fell at His feet when she saw Him.
The Jews that were present made biting comments like, if Jesus could make a blind man see, why couldn’t he keep Lazarus from dying? They were displaying anger, disappointment, and some unbelief.
Most of the Jews, after seeing Lazarus come out of the tomb alive, after being dead for at least four days, believed Jesus …show more content…
I sometimes forget the miracles Jesus performed while on this Earth. I also tend to read these miracles with little emotion, as I’ve read them several dozen times. However, when I took the time to read and reflect on the message of the miracles, they became fresh to me.
Our church is large and we have several small groups and bible studies going on simultaneously. This would be a great study. Although, if I suggest it, I will probably have to lead it. In my mind, I’m not ready. However according to Matthew Rawlins in his video, “Principles of Making Disciples”, this is the time I should facilitate a small group Bible Study. I’m not a new believer, but the information is fresh in a new way for me. I noticed that through all seven signs, Jesus reveals a new saving Grace of God.
I have a tendency (we as humans) to forget. I can remember all the negative events in my life, but the things of God, I sometimes forget and need to be reminded. I often take His love, grace and mercy for granted. These miracles remind me that He is still in control. If He’s done these miracles before, He will do them again. Many times, He has constantly proved His love for me, not because He needs to, but because He wants to save me. He’s died to save me. They remind me of who is in control. They remind me of where my heart needs to remain; not because of material gain but for eternal
Martha slightly blames Jesus for her brother’s death. Then she kind of back-tracks and displays a sign of faith, she knows who Jesus is. She calls Him Teacher. Yet, when Jesus told the men to remove the stone from Lazarus’ tomb, she displayed uncertainty.
Mary also slightly blames Jesus for her brother’s death. But she also knows who Jesus is because she fell at His feet when she saw Him.
The Jews that were present made biting comments like, if Jesus could make a blind man see, why couldn’t he keep Lazarus from dying? They were displaying anger, disappointment, and some unbelief.
Most of the Jews, after seeing Lazarus come out of the tomb alive, after being dead for at least four days, believed Jesus …show more content…
I sometimes forget the miracles Jesus performed while on this Earth. I also tend to read these miracles with little emotion, as I’ve read them several dozen times. However, when I took the time to read and reflect on the message of the miracles, they became fresh to me.
Our church is large and we have several small groups and bible studies going on simultaneously. This would be a great study. Although, if I suggest it, I will probably have to lead it. In my mind, I’m not ready. However according to Matthew Rawlins in his video, “Principles of Making Disciples”, this is the time I should facilitate a small group Bible Study. I’m not a new believer, but the information is fresh in a new way for me. I noticed that through all seven signs, Jesus reveals a new saving Grace of God.
I have a tendency (we as humans) to forget. I can remember all the negative events in my life, but the things of God, I sometimes forget and need to be reminded. I often take His love, grace and mercy for granted. These miracles remind me that He is still in control. If He’s done these miracles before, He will do them again. Many times, He has constantly proved His love for me, not because He needs to, but because He wants to save me. He’s died to save me. They remind me of who is in control. They remind me of where my heart needs to remain; not because of material gain but for eternal