People often ask, “Why does God allow evil?” It could also be asked another way, “Why does God allow people to do evil when He knows ahead of time what people will choose and the outcome of their choices?” And if a person says they do not believe God knows everything ahead of time, then they would be saying God is not all-knowing and not in control. I don’t think any of us want to believe or follow a God who is not in control or who can be caught by surprise. So then the question becomes “Why does an […]
Category:In Jesus' Words - from Matthew
“I assure you: I do not know you!” Well done, good and faithful servant!” Which would you rather hear? Jesus tells us two parables about the end times in the second part of his speech known as the Olivet Discourse in Matthew 24-25. Jesus delivers this speech on the Mount of Olives at the end of his ministry, and it is considered to be some of the most prophetic messages of the entire Bible. It is not from Revelations, which is controversial to some, but this comes directly from Jesus. […]
Category:In Jesus' Words - from Matthew
How many times have we heard the use of the words, “Do as I say, not as I do.”? That expression actually came from one of Jesus’ speeches where he is talking about the Pharisees and scribes, the religious hypocrites of his day. Where did these Pharisees and scribes come from and why was Jesus so against them? They are not mentioned as part of the religious order in the Old Testament. These new groups came about during the 400 year period of silence between the last prophet of the Old Testament and Jesus in the New Testament. The Old […]
Category:In Jesus' Words - from Matthew
If someone truly has ultimate authority, and they know without a doubt who they are, what their mission is, and what the outcome will be, then they do not need to “prove themselves” to anyone. Politicians prove themselves. Experts prove themselves. Even false Messiahs have tried to prove themselves. God does not need to prove Himself. But He is interested in what we think. Matthew 22:41-46 ~ The Messiah While the Pharisees were together, Jesus questioned them, “What do you think about the Messiah? Whose Son is He?” “David’s,” they told Him. He asked them, “How is it then […]
Category:In Jesus' Words - from Matthew
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Sue McCusker is a writer, Bible teacher, and web developer who loves sharing the stories of life, hope, and faith she sees around her every day. She has written for Guideposts and Angels on Earth magazines, and teaches the story of God in women's Bible study.
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