by Bella Pillai | Jun 3, 2023 | Gracious Jesus, Kingdom Values and Wealth, Lifestyles, Luke: The Son of Man, Seeks and Saves, Mark: Christ, Chief Cornerstone, Matthew – God’s Kingdom, Suffering and Glory
Lead, to Serve As Jesus gains popularity, his disciples and relatives have dreams of positions in His future kingdom. Jesus patiently explains that great leaders in His kingdom are those who serve the best. Overview Who is the greatest? The disciple’s response...
by Bella Pillai | Apr 29, 2023 | Gracious Jesus, Kingdom Values and Wealth, Lifestyles, Luke: The Son of Man, Seeks and Saves, Mark: Christ, Chief Cornerstone, Matthew – God’s Kingdom, Spiritual Wealth
The Rich and The Righteous How do we attain eternal life? Times have changed but perceptions haven’t changed much. Overview Four key questions are posed in this passage. The answers to which determine our destiny. What good thing can I do to inherit eternal life? What...
by Bella Pillai | Apr 22, 2023 | Gracious Jesus, Kingdom Values and Wealth, Lifestyles, Luke: The Son of Man, Seeks and Saves, Mark: Christ, Chief Cornerstone, Matthew – God’s Kingdom, Spiritual Wealth
Jesus Blesses Children In the midst of the crowds, healing, teaching, a beautiful thing was happening. People were bringing children to Jesus. Overview Disciple’s Perception Jesus’ Admission Child’s Position Bible Passage Bible Passages: Matt 19.13-15; Mark 10.13-16;...
by Bella Pillai | Apr 15, 2023 | Gracious Jesus, Kingdom Values and Wealth, Lifestyles, Luke: The Son of Man, Seeks and Saves, Mark: Christ, Chief Cornerstone, Matthew – God’s Kingdom, The Last Journey
Towards the Cross A brief passage, but mentioned in 3 gospels. As Christ’s footsteps turn towards the cross, it marks the end of his almost lifelong tenure in Galilee. We reflect on His amazing life. Overview Introduction Background Flashback The Lamb of God Christ’s...
by Bella Pillai | Mar 4, 2023 | Gracious Jesus, Luke: The Son of Man, Seeks and Saves, Mark: Christ, Chief Cornerstone, Matthew – God’s Kingdom, Surmounting Dark Powers, Winners and Losers, Winning Others Over
Dealing with Obstacles A statement like “if your hand causes you to sin cut it off” causes on to sit up. Does Jesus really mean it? On deeper reflection, we need to ask ourselves what is causing us to sin and what should we cut off. Overview The Stumbling Blocks Our...
by Bella Pillai | Mar 4, 2023 | Gracious Jesus, Luke: The Son of Man, Seeks and Saves, Mark: Christ, Chief Cornerstone, Matthew – God’s Kingdom, Surmounting Dark Powers, Tough Decisions, Winning Others Over
The Greatness of a Child As the reality of the Messiah becomes more and more evident to the disciples, their attention turns, not to service but greatness. Jesus then explains what greatness truly means in the Kingdom of Heaven demonstrating the example of a child....
