There is a popular expression that says "seeing is believing." However, many people saw the amazing signs performed by Jesus and did not believe in him. In two separate incidents recorded in John 4:43-5:18, Jesus performed signs of healing, but few believed in him. One politically connected man did believe while the religious leaders did not. He became a model of faith, while they became a warning about the dangers of man-made religion. (full sermon notes)
In the new way of walking, believers need to put off the habits of the old self and put on the attitudes and activities...
We need to look again at the familiar story of Jesus’ birth to see the many connections with past promises and their coming fulfillment.
The chief priest could not control his wicked sons, so God removed them all and raised up the one who could intercede between humans...
