“He’s coming. He’s coming. I need to get closer to see Him.” Zacchaeus tried to push between people on the outskirts of the crowd. An elbow came down on his forehead, knocking him to the ground. “Back off, buzzard. Jesus isn’t here for you of all people.” Zacchaeus stood up and brushed himself off. The… Continue reading DINNER INVITATION
Category: Easter
FRESH VISION
“This should be a good day for you. Crowds are going to Jerusalem for Passover.” Bartimaeus handed his blanket to his brother to lay out for him. “Thank you for helping me. You’re a good friend.” “I’m your brother. What other choice do I have?” He guided Bart to a seated position. “You could ignore… Continue reading FRESH VISION
SLAVES
Jesus was following the crowds to Jerusalem for the Passover. His followers were grumbling behind Him. Matthew: “I can’t believe we’re going back to Jerusalem. The last time we were there the priests tried to stone Him.” Bartholomew: “I know. I thought we’d stay incognito. Instead we’re just marching right in with everyone else.” Thomas:… Continue reading SLAVES
THE COUNCIL
Caiaphas sat in the High Priest’s chair. He waited for the other men to sit. “What is the nature of this urgent calling together of the council? As if I need to ask.” A Pharisee stood. “There’s been an incredible development with Jesus from Nazareth.” Caiaphas stared at the Pharisee. “Did he tell someone to… Continue reading THE COUNCIL
SECOND LIFE
Jesus held His left arm across Mary’s shoulders. His right Arm was across Martha’s. The three of them led a procession to the family burial cave. Mary wrapped both arms around Jesus’s waist. Martha caressed Jesus’s hand on her shoulder. They paused as people filled in the area behind them when they reached the tomb… Continue reading SECOND LIFE
THEIR FAITH
Martha walked from the livingroom to the kitchen. People covered nearly every square foot of space. She went outside for fresh air. A man ran up to her. “Jesus is coming with His men.” Her feet carried her to the city gate. She found Jesus there. “Lord, if You’d been here Lazarus would still be… Continue reading THEIR FAITH
THE DELAY
As a group of six women with babies approached Matthew he glanced back at Jesus. Jesus was smiling at a man holding his mat. “Go. Your faith has made you well.” He looked past Matthew and smiled at the women. Matthew stepped aside and escorted the ladies to the Rabbi. Jesus held each of the… Continue reading THE DELAY
THE STONES
Jesus stopped in Solomon’s porch to soak up the winter sun’s heat at mid-day. His disciples followed His example. The Feast of Dedication was near its end. A mob from Jerusalem soon surrounded them. A few Sadducees and Pharisees were mixed in. A man with a half gray beard stepped forward. “If you’re the Messiah… Continue reading THE STONES
IS IT LAWFUL TO DIVORCE?
Jesus smiled as the crowd of people pressed in. Some women with children crowded around him. Each one held an infant for Him to touch. Matthew stepped in. “Please, ladies, we have more important things to attend to.” Jesus pushed Matthew back. “Leave them alone. I have time for children. They need a touch, too.”… Continue reading IS IT LAWFUL TO DIVORCE?
The Day In-between
The room must have felt small. Crammed with His followers, men who left everything to follow the Messiah. All their life they were taught the Messiah would reign. A new, strong Israel would be established. But, Sabbath made them pause. They could do no work, couldn’t travel back to their lake…home. The thoughts of what… Continue reading The Day In-between