Now the natural person does not accept what pertains to the Spirit of God, for to him it is foolishness, and he cannot understand it, because it is judged spiritually. 1 Corinthians 2:14 NABRE Paul recognizes many Corinthian Christians are still acting like a natural person, as if they were…
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When John came to you in the way of righteousness, you did not believe him; but tax collectors and prostitutes did. Yet even when you saw that, you did not later change your minds and believe him. Matthew 21:32 NABRE The chief priests and the elders challenged Jesus authority, wondering…
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“Pay attention to what I am telling you. The Son of Man is to be handed over to men.” Luke 9:44 NABRE Jesus meets a large crowd after a time of private prayer. A father asks Jesus to cure his son, something His disciples could not do although Jesus has…
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For the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mark 10:45 NABRE His apostles ask a question giving Jesus another chance to provide a lesson in discipleship. He has explained discipleship several times previously, here…
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Be merciful, just as [also] your Father is merciful. Luke 6:36 NABRE Luke is sharing Jesus’ teaching which is called the Sermon on plain. Many good thoughts are shared by Jesus in this teaching, including the Golden Rule: Do to others as you would have them do to you. Jesus…
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