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Spiritual Alertness: 9 things according to Jesus. Spiritual Alertness (Mark 13:24-32) 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. Jesus calls us to keep watch, stay alert not to be caught off guard resulting in death. Spiritual alertness assists us during the decisive moments like the second coming of Jesus. But spiritual alertness challenges the complacency in every disciple of Jesus. 
 
What Jesus said in Mark 13: 24-32 
Jesus said some shocking things. How the world will end: the sun will be dark, moon will have light, and powers shaken. And amid all this chaos, Son of Man will come with great power along with angels to gather the chosen – those spiritually alert. The spiritual alert will see things pass away; Jesus’ words remain. The spiritually alert will be the ones who keep watching, stay alert and pray – be vigilant doorkeeper or a watchful servant. 
 
According to Jesus, during all times, but during decisive moments, these nine behaviors will be the most important ones for spiritual wakefulness – spiritual preparation – spiritual readiness for Christ’s coming. 
 
Jesus already spoke about these behaviors earlier in his life. Now, Jesus was preparing the disciples one final time amid fear of the end time. With these behaviors, Jesus instills hope in the disciples. These behaviors are the kingdom behaviors that display spiritual alertness. 
 
00:00 Spiritual Alertness: 9 things according to Jesus 
00:35 What Jesus said in Mark 13: 24-32 
02:01 Doing the will of God (Mark 3:35) 
02:20 Serve others (Mark 9:35) 
02:47 Welcome the innocent & vulnerable (Mark 9:37) 
03:29 Undertake Acts of Mercy (Mark 9:41) 
04:05 Be ready to cultivate a sense of wonder (Mark 10:14-15) 
04:56 Be a servant if you want to be first (Mark 10:44) 
05:23 Forgive Others (Mark 11:25) 
05:52 Be Generous to God (Mark 12:43-44) 
06:33 Believe and be a follower (Mark 16:15-16) 
 
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Spiritual Alertness: 9 things according to Jesus.  Spiritual Alertness (Mark 13:24-32) 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. Jesus calls us to keep watch, stay alert not to be caught off guard resulting in death.  Spiritual alertness assists us during the decisive moments like the second coming of Jesus. But spiritual alertness challenges the complacency in every disciple of Jesus. 

What Jesus said in Mark 13: 24-32 
Jesus said some shocking things. How the world will end: the sun will be dark, moon will have light, and powers shaken. And amid all this chaos, Son of Man will come with great power along with angels to gather the chosen – those spiritually alert. The spiritual alert will see things pass away; Jesus’ words remain. The spiritually alert will be the ones who keep watching, stay alert and pray – be vigilant doorkeeper or a watchful servant. 

According to Jesus, during all times, but during decisive moments, these nine behaviors will be the most important ones for spiritual wakeful

Spiritual Alertness (Mark 13:24-32) 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

What's behind a Weird Request of James and John? (Mark 10:35-45). Is there a weird motive for James and John seeking the highest places of honor? Let's talk about the story. What's the story of James and John? 
James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to Jesus to seek a favor. It was a peculiar request to grant them positions to sit at the right and left of Jesus' glory. Even those who appeared ready to undergo the requirement to achieve it, Jesus said that it is not for him to grant who seats at the right and left. 
Why do James and John ask for a weird request? Peter, James and John belonged to the inner circle of Jesus. They accompanied Jesus on important occasions like the transfiguration and Garden of Gethsemane. James and John had heard Jesus rebuking Peter, to get behind me Satan. Some scholars assume that James and John were taking the opportunity to gain an advantage over Peter, the third member of the inner circle. We are not sure of their motivation. But their request for two places of highest honor had no room to include Peter. 
What did James and John fail to see? It looks like a simple request. But James and John failed to see that Jesus was going to Jerusalem to die – the glory is through death. Bartimaeus, the blind man Jesus heals, ask Jesus to restore his sight. But the disciples are becoming blind even being close to Jesus. 
 
00:00 What's behind a Weird Request of James and John? 
00:22 What's the story of James and John? 
00:51 Why do James and John ask for a weird request? 
01:39 What did James and John fail to see? 
02:09 Why is the request for honor seats wrong? 
02:57 Jesus' action is worth noting 
04:02 How does Jesus resolve the jealousy among disciples? 
04:45 Jesus used their behavior as teaching. 
05:17 Jesus offers his own example 
05:52 What can we learn from the passage? 
 
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What's behind a Weird Request of James and John? (Mark 10:35-45). Is there a weird motive for James and John seeking the highest places of honor? Let's talk about the story. What's the story of James and John?  
James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to Jesus to seek a favor. It was a peculiar request to grant them positions to sit at the right and left of Jesus' glory. Even those who appeared ready to undergo the requirement to achieve it, Jesus said that it is not for him to grant who seats at the right and left. 
Why do James and John ask for a weird request? Peter, James and John belonged to the inner circle of Jesus. They accompanied Jesus on important occasions like the transfiguration and Garden of Gethsemane. James and John had heard Jesus rebuking Peter, to get behind me Satan. Some scholars assume that James and John were taking the opportunity to gain an advantage over Peter, the third member of the inner circle. We are not sure of their motivation. But their request for 

What's behind a Weird Request of James and John? (Mark 10:35-45)

Why do Jesus' Disciples fail to Ask Questions? (Mark 9:30-31) Why are disciples afraid to ask questions? The disciples fail to ask tough questions. Jesus predicts his passion. The disciples fail to understand it. And Jesus gives the disciples further teaching. 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time. We are talking about Mark 9:30-37, where Jesus reveals his identity and demonstrates kingdom behaviors. Jesus disciples fail to ask questions? (Mark 9:30-37) 
 
Jesus' saying: If any man wants to be first, he shall be last of all, and servant of all." The disciples don't get it. The disciples don’t comprehend and at the same time, they are afraid to ask its means. When Jesus calls to receive a little child, the disciples are shocked, but they don't have the courage to ask what it means. 
 
Jesus is no ordinary rabbi, and the disciples are completely confused. What comes before and after this passage is healing the blind. And the disciples remain blind to Jesus' mission and identity. 
 
The disciples lack the understanding to comprehend that Jesus will suffer, die and rise. Instead, the disciples are caught up in the power struggle as to who is the greatest from amongst them. They are unwilling to ask hard questions. They are still wondering: how can the son of God suffer and die? The disciples don't have the guts to ask for clarifications from Jesus. They are afraid to look uninformed, confused, and clueless. Like the disciples, are you afraid to ask hard questions? 
 
00:00 Why are disciples afraid to ask questions? 
00:54 Disciples lack the understanding 
01:24 What happens when you avoid hard questions? 
02:17 How to understand the fear of the disciples for not asking questions? 
03:03 Jesus' example of receiving a child 
04:33 How to understand Jesus' saying about servanthood? 
 
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Why do Jesus' Disciples fail to Ask Questions? (Mark 9:30-31) Why are disciples afraid to ask questions? The disciples fail to ask ...

Why do Jesus' Disciples Fail to Ask Questions? (Mark 9:30-31)

Where does evil come from? Jesus' Answer (Mark 7:1-8 14-15 21-23). 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) Where does evil come from? Jesus' Answer (Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23). The Pharisees accuse Jesus' disciples of eating without washing their hands. Jesus does not defend his disciples; rather, he offends the opposition – the Pharisees. Jesus raises the discussion to a different level to reveal where evil comes from. 
 
What are the Pharisees ignoring before accusing Jesus' disciples? 
Jesus is doing great works, so where does the question of evil arise? We are talking about Mark 7:1-23, which is sandwiched between Jesus' miracles like feeding the five thousand (6:30-44), Jesus walking on water (6:45-52), and healing the sick in Gennesaret (6:53-56). 
 
And after confronting the Pharisees, Jesus moves on to the Gentiles territories of Tyre, Sidon and Decapolis. Jesus heals the Syrophoenician woman's daughter (7:24-30), heals a deaf man in the Decapolis (7:31-37), and performs the miracle of feeding the four thousand. The Pharisees ignore the great works done by Jesus and focus on the disciples' failure to observe traditions. 
 
00:00 Where does evil come from? 
26 What are the Pharisees ignoring? 
01:23 What were Jesus' disciples accused of? 
02:04 The problem with ritual cleansing 
03:13 Ritual Cleanliness has nothing to do with hygiene 
04:02 Jesus' opponents chose an indirect approach 
04:42 Why did Jesus call the Pharisees Hypocrites? 
06:13 According to Jesus, what defiles us? 
06:58 Where does evil come from? 
08:02 Why should we guard our hearts against evil? 
 
 
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Where does evil come from? Jesus' Answer (Mark 7:1-8 14-15 21-23). 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B) Where does evil come from? Jesus' Answer (Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23). The Pharisees accuse Jesus' disciples of eating without washing their hands. Jesus does not defend his disciples; rather, he offends the opposition – the Pharisees. Jesus raises the discussion to a different level to reveal where evil comes from.

What are the Pharisees ignoring before accusing Jesus' disciples? 
Jesus is doing great works, so where does the question of evil arise? We are talking about Mark 7:1-23, which is sandwiched between Jesus' miracles like feeding the five thousand (6:30-44), Jesus walking on water (6:45-52), and healing the sick in Gennesaret (6:53-56). 

And after confronting the Pharisees, Jesus moves on to the Gentiles territories of Tyre, Sidon and Decapolis. Jesus heals the Syrophoenician woman's daughter (7:24-30), heals a deaf man in the Decapolis (7:31-37), and performs the miracle 

Where does evil come from? Jesus' Answer (Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23)

Mary Visits Elizabeth: What You Miss Out? (Luke 1:39-56). Mary Visits Elizabeth: What did you Miss Out? (Luke 1:39-56). You have heard the narrative about Mary's Visit to Elizabeth. But what did you Miss Out? (Luke 1:39-56). There are many things that we tend to skip as we recall Mary's visit to Elizabeth. Is Mary running away to take shelter? Rather than helping? Is Elizabeth Mary's cousin? 
 
How does Mary Come to Know Elizabeth’s pregnancy? Mary visits after learning about the pregnancy of Elizabeth from the Angel. There is an intimate conversation between Mary and Elizabeth. The conversation reveals Jesus is greater than John. It shows God is at work overthrowing structures and expectations. The spotlight is on Mary and Elizabeth, two lowly and shamed women God has chosen to transform the world. 
 
Mary Visits Elizabeth: What did you Miss Out? (Luke 1:39-56). You have heard the narrative about Mary's Visit to Elizabeth. But what did you Miss Out? (Luke 1:39-56). There are many things that we tend to skip as we recall Mary's visit to Elizabeth. Is Mary running away to take shelter? Rather than helping? Is Elizabeth Mary's cousin? 
 
How does Mary Come to Know Elizabeth’s pregnancy? Mary visits after learning about the pregnancy of Elizabeth from the Angel. There is an intimate conversation between Mary and Elizabeth. The conversation reveals Jesus is greater than John. It shows God is at work overthrowing structures and expectations. The spotlight is on Mary and Elizabeth, two lowly and shamed women God has chosen to transform the world. 
 
00:00 Mary Visits Elizabeth: What did you Miss Out? 
00:43 How does Mary Come to Know Elizabeth’s pregnancy? 
01:32 Is Mary running away to take shelter? 
03:58 Is Elizabeth Mary's cousin sister? 
03:37 Why would Elizabeth express honor at Mary's Visit? 
04:08 Why is Mary called blessed among women? 
04:29 Mary is blessed because she believed. 
05:15 What’s the background of Elizabeth praising Mary? 
05:58 Why was Elizabeth a better person to understand Mary's situation? 
06:54 What’s the message? 
07:17 Assumption Message 
 
 
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Mary Visits Elizabeth: What You Miss Out? (Luke 1:39-56). Mary Visits Elizabeth: What did you Miss Out? (Luke 1:39-56). You have heard the narrative about Mary's Visit to Elizabeth. But what did you Miss Out? (Luke 1:39-56). There are many things that we tend to skip as we recall Mary's visit to Elizabeth. Is Mary running away to take shelter? Rather than helping? Is Elizabeth Mary's cousin?

How does Mary Come to Know Elizabeth’s pregnancy? Mary visits after learning about the pregnancy of Elizabeth from the Angel. There is an intimate conversation between Mary and Elizabeth. The conversation reveals Jesus is greater than John. It shows God is at work overthrowing structures and expectations. The spotlight is on Mary and Elizabeth, two lowly and shamed women God has chosen to transform the world. 

Mary Visits Elizabeth: What did you Miss Out? (Luke 1:39-56). You have heard the narrative about Mary's Visit to Elizabeth. But what did you Miss Out? (Luke 1:39-56). There are many things 

Mary Visits Elizabeth: What You Miss Out? (Luke 1:39-56)

Biblical Meaning of Sheep Without a Shepherd (Mark 6:30-34). Biblical meaning of Jesus’ words: sheep without a shepherd. Jesus says these words in (Mark 6:30-34). The twelve apostles had returned from their short mission tour. Jesus noticed how busy and tired his apostles were, suggested that they go to a deserted place and take a rest. As they moved towards a resting place, they were interrupted by the crowd. Looking at the crowds, Jesus has compassion on the people and says: they are sheep without a shepherd. 16TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME YEAR B 
Why Gospel Writer Mark is in a hurry to tell Jesus’ stories 
Mark is a fast-paced, gospel – things happen immediately 40 x, there are stories within a story. There is no time to celebrate the accomplishment of the disciples. Mark wants the reader to establish a relationship with Jesus. Yes, Mark will take a lot of time to explain the details surrounding Jesus’ passion, death and resurrection. 
Mark’s concern is to talk about the inauguration of the kingdom of God. Mark 6:30-34 emphasizes Jesus’ identity as a true and divine shepherd, who will guide the sheep into the kingdom. 
Yes, Gospel of John talks about Jesus as the Good Shepherd. John 10 stresses the connection between a shepherd and sheep – shepherd knows the sheep and the sheep recognizes the shepherd. The metaphor is incomplete without mentioning, that a good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. 
What does the Bible say about shepherds? 
Mark 6:30-34 underscores Jesus’ identity as a true shepherd. In the book of Numbers Chapter 27 Moses prays to God to appoint his successor so that the people may not be like sheep without a shepherd (Number 27:17). Such a shepherd will go before the people, who shall lead them and bring them into the promised land. 
Language of shepherd in the Hebrew Bible also expresses a critique of Israel’s false leaders. Prophet Ezekiel 34:2-5 blasts out at the Israel’s kings for enriching themselves and neglecting the needs of the people. Mark is placing the sheep without a shepherd, after Herod beheads John the Baptist. Mark indicates Herod is a false shepherd, who has scattered the sheep and killed the herald of God’s kingdom. 
In such a situation, people are longing for, even chasing after, the true shepherd who will bring them into the kingdom. 
 
00:00 Biblical Meaning 
01:27 Mark in a hurry to tell Jesus’ stories 
03:01 Bible says about shepherds 
04:16 Jesus does to the Sheep without a Shepherd 
06:20 Why Sheep Needs a Shepherd

Biblical Meaning of Sheep Without a Shepherd (Mark 6:30-34). Biblical meaning of Jesus’ words: sheep without a shepherd. Jesus says these words in (Mark 6:30-34). The twelve apostles had returned from their short mission tour. Jesus noticed how busy and tired his apostles were, suggested that they go to a deserted place and take a rest. As they moved towards a resting place, they were interrupted by the crowd. Looking at the crowds, Jesus has compassion on the people and says: they are sheep without a shepherd. 16TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME YEAR B
Why Gospel Writer Mark is in a hurry to tell Jesus’ stories
Mark is a fast-paced, gospel – things happen immediately 40 x, there are stories within a story. There is no time to celebrate the accomplishment of the disciples. Mark wants the reader to establish a relationship with Jesus. Yes, Mark will take a lot of time to explain the details surrounding Jesus’ passion, death and resurrection.
Mark’s concern is to talk about the inauguration of 

Biblical Meaning of Sheep Without a Shepherd (Mark 6:30-34)

Jesus sends out the 12 Apostles (Mark 6:7-13) What is Jesus' Strategy? This reflection is for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time. What’s behind Jesus’ strategy of sending his 12 apostles in pairs? Well, can (Mark 6:7-13) it be done today? We will also talk about how Jesus paired the apostles. Something for your imagination. How does Jesus pair up the apostles? 
A curious mind will go on to ask, how did Jesus pair up the apostles? Jesus sent out the twelve apostles – two -by - two – six pairs of apostles. 
What’s the point of the story of Sending out the twelve? 
The emphasis is on preaching repentance and announcing the kingdom, casting out demons and healing the sick were aligned to receive the good news. Two important components of Jesus’ ministry were teaching and healing. And the apostles were sent to exactly do that ministry for a short period. 
 
00:00 Jesus sends out 12 Apostles 
00:45 Jesus’ strategy to send out 
03:00 How does Jesus pair up the apostles? 
04:10 What’s the point of the story 
05:04 Why does Jesus command them to take nothing? 
05:50 Why stay in the same house? 
06:18 Can you do it today? 
07:55 Jesus sends out the apostles to do what? 
 
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Jesus sends out the 12 Apostles (Mark 6:7-13) What is Jesus' Strategy?  This reflection is for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time. What’s behind Jesus’ strategy of sending his 12 apostles in pairs? Well, can (Mark 6:7-13) it be done today? We will also talk about how Jesus paired the apostles. Something for your imagination. How does Jesus pair up the apostles?
A curious mind will go on to ask, how did Jesus pair up the apostles? Jesus sent out the twelve apostles – two -by - two – six pairs of apostles. 
What’s the point of the story of Sending out the twelve?
The emphasis is on preaching repentance and announcing the kingdom, casting out demons and healing the sick were aligned to receive the good news. Two important components of Jesus’ ministry were teaching and healing. And the apostles were sent to exactly do that ministry for a short period.

00:00 Jesus sends out 12 Apostles
00:45 Jesus’ strategy to send out
03:00 How does Jesus pair up the apostles?
04:10 What’s the point of the

Jesus sends out the 12 Apostles (Mark 6:7-13) What is Jesus' Strategy?

Breaking Rules: Jesus, Jairus, and the unnamed Women (Mark 5:21-43) 13th Sunday of Ordinary Time (Year B) Yes, these are stories of great faith. The miracles display Jesus’ power over sickness and death to bring restoration even to hopeless situations. But Jesus, Jairus, and the unnamed women broke some rules – perhaps in desperation (Mark 5:21-43). Before we see what rules Jesus broke, let’s see what was at stake for Jairus and the unnamed woman. 
Mark 5:21-43 is a story within a story. Jesus was requested by Jairus, a synagogue official, to heal his dying daughter. As Jesus walk towards Jairus’s house, a woman suffering from hemorrhage was healed just by touching the cloak of Jesus’ garment. The interruption created commotion and Jesus was delayed healing Jairus’ daughter before her death. And you know the story – Jesus raised the Jairus’ daughter to life: saying she was sleeping. 
 
00:00 Breaking Rules 
01:10 Story within a story 
01:47 What was at stake for Jairus? 
03:08 What rules did the unnamed woman break? 
04:55 Did Jesus break the rules? 
06:29 Jesus Touch heals, not defiles 
 
 
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkV0M70vKgM&list=PL5wblFhSGPFdf7pihdh0swggN_NabakOh

Breaking Rules: Jesus, Jairus, and the unnamed Women (Mark 5:21-43) 13th Sunday of Ordinary Time (Year B) Yes, these are stories of great faith. The miracles display Jesus’ power over sickness and death to bring restoration even to hopeless situations. But Jesus, Jairus, and the unnamed women broke some rules – perhaps in desperation (Mark 5:21-43). Before we see what rules Jesus broke, let’s see what was at stake for Jairus and the unnamed woman. 
Mark 5:21-43 is a story within a story. Jesus was requested by Jairus, a synagogue official, to heal his dying daughter. As Jesus walk towards Jairus’s house, a woman suffering from hemorrhage was healed just by touching the cloak of Jesus’ garment. The interruption created commotion and Jesus was delayed healing Jairus’ daughter before her death. And you know the story – Jesus raised the Jairus’ daughter to life: saying she was sleeping. 

00:00 Breaking Rules
01:10 Story within a story 
01:47 What was at stake for Jairus?
03:08 What rules 

Breaking Rules: Jesus, Jairus and the Unnamed Woman (Mark 5:21-43)

Jesus' Last Supper (Mark 14:12-26) What you did not know. Jesus’ Last Supper story is not like what you see in the painting of Leonardo Da Vinci. the details of Jesus's last supper you tend to miss. That's Corpus Christi Sunday reading. Jesus gave his disciples orders to go to Jerusalem to prepare for the Passover meal. The purpose of preparation is symbolic. Check the story in Mark 14:12-26. We want to discover more about the last supper mentioned in Mark 14:12-26. There are interesting details in the passage that you might not know. But once you know it – it will give you a better tool to interpret the scripture and apply it for life. 
 
00:00 Jesus' Last Supper 
00:10 Jesus' Last Supper What you did not know 
00:52 Last Supper and Da Vinci Painting 
01:05 Last Supper Story 
01:57 Jesus' Purpose for Preparation 
02:45 Purpose is Symbolic 
03:39 Planning the Preparations 
05:04 Whose House, is it? 
05:59 Problem at the Last Supper 
06:48 Last Supper as an Example 
 
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Rosary Connected to Life 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkV0M70vKgM&list=PL5wblFhSGPFdf7pihdh0swggN_NabakOh

Jesus' Last Supper (Mark 14:12-26) What you did not know.  Jesus’ Last Supper story is not like what you see in the painting of Leonardo Da Vinci. the details of Jesus's last supper you tend to miss. That's Corpus Christi Sunday reading.  Jesus gave his disciples orders to go to Jerusalem to prepare for the Passover meal. The purpose of preparation is symbolic. Check the story in Mark 14:12-26. We want to discover more about the last supper mentioned in Mark 14:12-26. There are interesting details in the passage that you might not know. But once you know it – it will give you a better tool to interpret the scripture and apply it for life.

00:00 Jesus' Last Supper 
00:10 Jesus' Last Supper What you did not know
00:52 Last Supper and Da Vinci Painting
01:05 Last Supper Story 
01:57 Jesus' Purpose for Preparation
02:45 Purpose is Symbolic
03:39 Planning the Preparations
05:04 Whose House, is it?
05:59 Problem at the Last Supper
06:48 Last Supper as an Example

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Jesus' Last Supper (Mark 14:12-26) What You Did Not Know

What is the Great Commission? Matthew 28:16-20 Go and make disciplesWhen Christians talk about the great commission, they talk about Jesus’ post-resurrection instruction to the disciples – especially before his ascension into heaven. Go and make disciples of all nations. We will look into the great commission found in Matthew 28:16-20. Jesus ' great commission Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely, I am with you always, to the very end of the age. 
 
Different Gospels emphasize different aspects of the Great commission 
Gospel writer Luke emphasis repentance and forgiveness of sins. And in the Acts of the Apostles, Luke recalls Jesus’ promise of power and the commandment to go the ends of the earth. In the Gospel of John, Jesus gives the disciples power to forgive or retain sins. 
 
But we see Matthew emphasize Jesus’ teaching like the Sermon on the Mount. The last act of Jesus is fundamental Christian ministry: going out, baptizing, making disciples and teaching. The disciples could do it because they had seen the risen Christ and responded to Jesus’ Great commission. 
 
Matthew 28:16-20 had a significant influence on the church. It gives Jesus approval on baptism as a key element of discipleship. It gives us the trinitarian formula: in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. It emphasizes the key role of baptism in Christian discipleship. 
 
Jesus gave the Great commission to 11, not twelve Apostle. 
The eleven disciples had gone to Galilee upon receiving the instruction of the risen Christ. The number eleven reminds us of Judas betrayal. The Bible has lost the reference to twelve: twelve sons of Judah, twelve tribes of Israel, and yes, the twelve apostles. Matthias is not yet elevated as an apostle to restore the number 12. So, it all began with 11 disciples, like an imperfect start. Jesus sends out the imperfect to begin his good work. 
 
00:00 What is Great Commission 
00:28 Go and make disciples 
01:01 Different Gospels emphasize 
02:24 Great commission to 11, not 12 Apostle 
03:06 Why go to Galilee 
03:55 Not easy to follow instructions 
04:58 Jesus received more 
05:28 Go and make disciples means 
06:01 Jesus removes a prohibition 
06:56 Trinitarian formula for baptism 
07:41 Why the promise “I am always with you 
 
 
 
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Rosary Connected to Life 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkV0M70vKgM&list=PL5wblFhSGPFdf7pihdh0swggN_NabakOh 
 
 
Sin against the Holy Spirit https://youtu.be/rT7bmGg5PXk 
 
Pentecost Sunday https://youtu.be/43V7FCvK8RA 
 
why disciples need abiding love https://youtu.be/Jx5qGNah-wA 
 
metaphor as message i am the vine https://youtu.be/cPqxNe_6xk8

What is the Great Commission? Matthew 28:16-20 Go and make disciplesWhen Christians talk about the great commission, they talk about Jesus’ post-resurrection instruction to the disciples – especially before his ascension into heaven. Go and make disciples of all nations. We will look into the great commission found in Matthew 28:16-20.  Jesus ' great commission Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely, I am with you always, to the very end of the age.

Different Gospels emphasize different aspects of the Great commission
Gospel writer Luke emphasis repentance and forgiveness of sins. And in the Acts of the Apostles, Luke recalls Jesus’ promise of power and the commandment to go the ends of the earth. In the Gospel of John, Jesus gives the disciples power to forgive or retain sins.

But we see Matthew emphasize Jesus’ teaching li

What is Great Commission? Matthew 28:16-20 | Go and Make Disciples

Ascension of the Lord | Controversy of Mark 16:9-20. Ascension of the Lord. and the Controversy of Mark 16:9-20. Why there is the controversy of Mark 16:9-20. Mark 16:9-20 is controversial because some scholars say that an unknown author added later to the original ending of Mark's Gospel. Scholars agree that Mark concludes his Gospel Mark 16, verse 8. Probably, Mark did not intend to end the story of Jesus in verse 8 – it could be the original ending might be lost. The longer ending of the Gospel was perhaps added incorporating the resurrection and ascension of Jesus. Why would Mark leave out the resurrection and ascension story? Why would Mark end the story almost abruptly, focusing on terror and fear of the disciples? the message of Ascension of the Lord forget the controvesry 
 
00:00 Ascension of the Lord 
01:06 Why is Mark 16:9-20 controversial? 
02:04 Reason why verses 9-20 were added later? 
02:53 What's the critical question? 
03:56 Three important things 
04:12 What's unique about the commissioning? 
04:40 Good News? How to understand 
05:23 Belief or Baptism what’s important 
06:14 Signs that accompany those who believe 
06:53 Cautions for those who test God 
07:30 Let's talk about ascension. 
08:00 Meaning of right hand of God 
08:30 What's the message of Ascension? 
 
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47wGBSpCB8s&list=PL5wblFhSGPFdmng3tUmlvkcQNQ5WLkiK5 
 
Rosary Connected to Life 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkV0M70vKgM&list=PL5wblFhSGPFdf7pihdh0swggN_NabakOh

Ascension of the Lord | Controversy of Mark 16:9-20.  Ascension of the Lord. and the Controversy of Mark 16:9-20. Why there is the controversy of Mark 16:9-20. Mark 16:9-20 is controversial because some scholars say that an unknown author added later to the original ending of Mark's Gospel. Scholars agree that Mark concludes his Gospel Mark 16, verse 8. Probably, Mark did not intend to end the story of Jesus in verse 8 – it could be the original ending might be lost. The longer ending of the Gospel was perhaps added incorporating the resurrection and ascension of Jesus. Why would Mark leave out the resurrection and ascension story? Why would Mark end the story almost abruptly, focusing on terror and fear of the disciples? the message of Ascension of the Lord forget the controvesry

00:00 Ascension of the Lord
01:06 Why is Mark 16:9-20 controversial?
02:04 Reason why verses 9-20 were added later?
02:53 What's the critical question? 
03:56 Three important things
04:12 What's unique about

Ascension of the Lord | Controversy of Mark 16:9-20

Palm Sunday or Passion Sunday. It is the 6th Sunday of Lent. We reflect on the passion narrative from Mark 14:1-15:47. You know it as Palm Sunday. It's also called Passion Sunday. On this Sunday, we recall Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, with people welcoming a messiah riding on a donkey. I have a video on what is Jesus doing on a white donkey. Check in the description section below for the link. But it's also known as the passion Sunday due to a lengthy passion reading recalling Jesus' last forty to sixty hours of agony, trial, crucifixion, and death. 
 
Gospel writer Mark gives detailed accounts of Jesus last moments on earth in two chapters (Mark 14 & 15). It's like Mark's testimony of Jesus' death, it causes and meaning. 
 
Why did Jesus Die? 
According to Mark, it because of the failing of his closest disciples. You know, Judas betrayed him; the core group was weak to keep awake and wait for him. Peter, who talked boldly to defend Jesus, denies Jesus. Another follower ran away naked from the scene of the arrest. Jesus died because he was betrayed, deserted, and denied by his followers. 
 
But that's not the whole story? 
 
What is Jesus doing on white female donkey? https://youtu.be/v4JL3SQBB_s 
 
00:00 Passion Sunday Challenge 
01:14 Why did Jesus Die? 
01:44 Jesus died due to a system? 
02:25 Jesus chose death? 
02:57 Jesus died due to God’s will? 
03:27 Why reflect on Jesus’ death? 
04:04 Death tells us about ourselves 
04:33 Broken systems, not hope 
05:05 What’s the challenge? 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sunday Scripture Reflection Template 
 
 
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Priest on a Sunday Afternoon 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47wGBSpCB8s&list=PL5wblFhSGPFdmng3tUmlvkcQNQ5WLkiK5 
 
Rosary Connected to Life 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkV0M70vKgM&list=PL5wblFhSGPFdf7pihdh0swggN_NabakOh 
 
 
Check out my other videos 
Martha of Bethany. What I Never Understood https://youtu.be/hK5Iu6CtwCg 
Real Mary Magdalene. Not Penitent Prostitute https://youtu.be/DSgsfs2cq6c 
Funny and Controversial Prayers https://youtu.be/ETS3ZkBSsi4 
First Friday Devotion. What I did not Know https://youtu.be/5eMQzeFF-Rk 
Five Benefits of Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus https://youtu.be/uH1XK4BDlCM 
John’s Identity Clarified https://youtu.be/kgwijN4Zn24 
What’s Special about John the Baptist in the Wilderness https://youtu.be/QYz9AJhSCE4 
Why Jesus calls to be Alert Keep Watch https://youtu.be/4QDX_T-1iZE 
Angel Visits Mary Know the Difference https://youtu.be/L2LGjb3TdSY 
Different Meaning of the word repent https://youtu.be/CgNTRwtTX1c 
The real purpose of healing is https://youtu.be/EFbPZYfMXCU 
Why did the leper ask to be made clean not to be healed? https://youtu.be/3-0B2JCc4_Q 
Disruptions are growth opportunities for faith communities https://ferozfernandes.com/9-disruptive-church-trends-2021-what-can-leaders-do/ 
 
Interesting things about Ash Wednesday https://ferozfernandes.com/9-things-you-may-not-know-about-ash-wednesday/

Palm Sunday or Passion Sunday. It is the 6th Sunday of Lent. We reflect on the passion narrative from Mark 14:1-15:47. You know it as Palm Sunday. It's also called Passion Sunday.  On this Sunday, we recall Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, with people welcoming a messiah riding on a donkey. I have a video on what is Jesus doing on a white donkey. Check in the description section below for the link. But it's also known as the passion Sunday due to a lengthy passion reading recalling Jesus' last forty to sixty hours of agony, trial, crucifixion, and death. 

Gospel writer Mark gives detailed accounts of Jesus last moments on earth in two chapters (Mark 14 & 15). It's like Mark's testimony of Jesus' death, it causes and meaning.

Why did Jesus Die?  
According to Mark, it because of the failing of his closest disciples. You know, Judas betrayed him; the core group was weak to keep awake and wait for him. Peter, who talked boldly to defend Jesus, denies Jesus. Another follower ran a

Palm Sunday | 6th Sunday of Lent | Mark 14:1-15:47

Fifth Sunday of Lent (Year B) John 12:20-33 an extraordinary request sir we wish to see jesus. You can use it as a sunday homily or reflection on John 12:20-33 for the 5th sunday of lent (Year b). It's the extraordinary request in the entire Gospel "Sir; we wish to see Jesus." 5th sunday of lent homily, The Greeks who came to Jerusalem for the Passover festival find Philip and express their wish to see Jesus. But why are the Greeks asking to see Jesus? Yes, Jesus has become popular. Let's talk about Jesus' response later in the video. 
 
Why did the Greeks wish to see Jesus? 
Before this event, Jesus raises Lazarus from death, which caused the religious authorities to plot Jesus' death. Later, we see Mary anointing Jesus at Lazarus's home. The religious leaders were plotting to kill even Lazarus and Jesus as many Jews believed in Jesus. It's feeling powerlessness in the presence of a charismatic figure that threatens their status quo. The Greeks wishing to see Jesus is another sign that Jesus' popularity increased after Lazarus was brought back to life. But it's this miracle that will also lead to Jesus' death. 
 
An essential reference to the Greeks 
The Greeks' visit illustrates the truth of the Pharisees' statement: Look, the world has gone after him. The visit prompts Jesus to acknowledge that his hour has come. And announce that when he is lifted up, he will draw all people to himself. John does not tell us that the Greeks got to see Jesus. 
 
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Sunday Homilies 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPX1jCw8P4w&list=PL5wblFhSGPFeLkjcstLLiIQ8gQX88Gmht 
 
Priest on a Sunday Afternoon 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47wGBSpCB8s&list=PL5wblFhSGPFdmng3tUmlvkcQNQ5WLkiK5 
 
Rosary Connected to Life 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkV0M70vKgM&list=PL5wblFhSGPFdf7pihdh0swggN_NabakOh 
 
 
Check out my other videos 
Martha of Bethany. What I Never Understood https://youtu.be/hK5Iu6CtwCg 
Real Mary Magdalene. Not Penitent Prostitute https://youtu.be/DSgsfs2cq6c 
Funny and Controversial Prayers https://youtu.be/ETS3ZkBSsi4 
First Friday Devotion. What I did not Know https://youtu.be/5eMQzeFF-Rk 
Five Benefits of Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus https://youtu.be/uH1XK4BDlCM 
John’s Identity Clarified https://youtu.be/kgwijN4Zn24 
What’s Special about John the Baptist in the Wilderness https://youtu.be/QYz9AJhSCE4 
Why Jesus calls to be Alert Keep Watch https://youtu.be/4QDX_T-1iZE 
Angel Visits Mary Know the Difference https://youtu.be/L2LGjb3TdSY 
Different Meaning of the word repent https://youtu.be/CgNTRwtTX1c 
The real purpose of healing is https://youtu.be/EFbPZYfMXCU 
Why did the leper ask to be made clean not to be healed? https://youtu.be/3-0B2JCc4_Q 
Disruptions are growth opportunities for faith communities https://ferozfernandes.com/9-disruptive-church-trends-2021-what-can-leaders-do/ 
 
Interesting things about Ash Wednesday https://ferozfernandes.com/9-things-you-may-not-know-about-ash-wednesday/ 
 
 
 
 
00:00 Extraordinary Request 
00:30 Why do Greeks wish to see Jesus? 
02:01 Important Reference to Greeks 
02:37 Who are the Greeks? 
03:31 What is Jesus’ response? 
03:55 Three Things Follow 
04:53 Meaning of the Hour 
05:39 Implication of Discipleship 
06:00 What’s unique 
 
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Fifth Sunday of Lent (Year B) John 12:20-33 an extraordinary request sir we wish to see jesus. You can use it as a sunday homily or reflection on John 12:20-33 for the 5th sunday of lent (Year b). It's the extraordinary request in the entire Gospel "Sir; we wish to see Jesus." 5th  sunday of lent homily, The Greeks who came to Jerusalem for the Passover festival find Philip and express their wish to see Jesus. But why are the Greeks asking to see Jesus? Yes, Jesus has become popular. Let's talk about Jesus' response later in the video.

Why did the Greeks wish to see Jesus?
Before this event, Jesus raises Lazarus from death, which caused the religious authorities to plot Jesus' death. Later, we see Mary anointing Jesus at Lazarus's home.  The religious leaders were plotting to kill even Lazarus and Jesus as many Jews believed in Jesus. It's feeling powerlessness in the presence of a charismatic figure that threatens their status quo. The Greeks wishing to see Jesus is another sign that

5th Sunday of Lent (Year B) John 12:20-33 | Extraordinary Request

Second Sunday of Lent (Mark 9:2-9) (Year B) Here's a Reflection on Mark 9:2-9 the transfiguration of the Lord. Second sunday of Lent is also called trasfiguration sunday. Mark 9:2-9 is the turning point in the ministry of Jesus. You cannot miss the Transfiguration of Jesus. I need to warn you: you aren't supposed to figure out the transfigured Jesus. Jesus is supposed to be appreciated – we are drawn to him. Suppose you have missed the Epiphany due to its cryptic nature. Epiphany is a story of the manifestation of Jesus to the world. And guess, we can even skip the Baptism of Jesus – where the heavens open and the Holy Spirit descends on Jesus. Transfiguration is a delight to the eyes. But in Mark's Gospel, Jesus warns the apostles to tell no one – a type of secrecy of the bright glare. We are to approach it with reverence and awe. 
 
How to look at Jesus' Transfiguration? 
The second Sunday of Lent is also called Transfiguration Sunday. Transfiguration is a different type of revealing. Did Jesus change into another form in front of the disciples, like metamorphosis? A caterpillar becomes a butterfly. No. But the transformation of Jesus is more like unveiling – revealing Jesus's true identity. The disciples were able to see the glory that Jesus always possessed from the beginning - a glory that speaks more loudly than words - a glory that told that suffering and death is not the whole picture of Jesus' story. 
 
Transfiguration is an opportunity. 
Transfiguration provides an opportunity to declare God's love for his beloved Son. We are in the presence of delight – delight being an aspect of holy. It's not an image of intimidating purity. Its tender holiness. Take delight in Jesus as God does. The sight and sound suggest that the apostles are on the holy ground – in a privileged company. 
 
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Check out my other videos 
 
Martha of Bethany. What I Never Understood 
https://youtu.be/hK5Iu6CtwCg 
 
Real Mary Magdalene. Not Penitent Prostitute 
https://youtu.be/DSgsfs2cq6c 
 
Funny and Controversial Prayers 
https://youtu.be/ETS3ZkBSsi4 
 
First Friday Devotion. What I did not Know 
https://youtu.be/5eMQzeFF-Rk 
 
Five Benefits of Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus 
https://youtu.be/uH1XK4BDlCM 
 
 
John’s Identity Clarified 
https://youtu.be/kgwijN4Zn24 
 
What’s Special about John the Baptist in the Wilderness 
https://youtu.be/QYz9AJhSCE4 
 
Why Jesus calls to be Alert Keep Watch 
https://youtu.be/4QDX_T-1iZE 
 
Angel Visits Mary Know the Difference 
https://youtu.be/L2LGjb3TdSY 
 
John the Baptist and Jesus use the word repent, each with a different meaning. 
https://youtu.be/CgNTRwtTX1c 
 
The real purpose of healing is 
https://youtu.be/EFbPZYfMXCU 
 
Why did the leper ask to be made clean not to be healed? 
https://youtu.be/3-0B2JCc4_Q 
 
Disruptions are growth opportunities for faith communities 
https://ferozfernandes.com/9-disruptive-church-trends-2021-what-can-leaders-do/ 
 
Interesting things about Ash Wednesday 
https://ferozfernandes.com/9-things-you-may-not-know-about-ash-wednesday/ 
 
#FerozFernandes #SundayScriptureReflection 
 
00:00 Transfiguration Explained 
00:36 How to look at transfiguration 
01:36 It’s an opportunity to reveal 
02:07 What happens before? 
02:28 What Transfiguration affirms? 
03:34 Parallel to the story of Moses at Sinai 
03:50 6 Days, 3 disciples and mountain 
04:34 Why Moses and Elijah appear? 
05:59 Why Peter Calls Jesus Rabbi? 
06:50 Whom does God address? 
07:31 Disciples' failure to listen to Jesus 
08:40 Why Jesus told the disciple not to tell anyone? 
 
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Second Sunday of Lent (Mark 9:2-9) (Year B) Here's a Reflection on Mark 9:2-9 the transfiguration of the Lord.  Second sunday of Lent is also called trasfiguration sunday.  Mark 9:2-9 is the turning point in the ministry of Jesus. You cannot miss the Transfiguration of Jesus. I need to warn you: you aren't supposed to figure out the transfigured Jesus. Jesus is supposed to be appreciated – we are drawn to him. Suppose you have missed the Epiphany due to its cryptic nature. Epiphany is a story of the manifestation of Jesus to the world. And guess, we can even skip the Baptism of Jesus – where the heavens open and the Holy Spirit descends on Jesus. Transfiguration is a delight to the eyes. But in Mark's Gospel, Jesus warns the apostles to tell no one – a type of secrecy of the bright glare. We are to approach it with reverence and awe. 

How to look at Jesus' Transfiguration?
The second Sunday of Lent is also called Transfiguration Sunday. Transfiguration is a different type of revealing

Second Sunday of Lent (Year B)  Reflection of Mark 9:2-9

First Sunday of Lent Year B. Reflection on Mark 1:12-15. Lent offers opportunities to come close to God. Satan Tempts, God Tests. Know the Difference. Jesus tempted by Satan. Why not tested? We notice soon after baptism, Jesus was led into the wilderness for forty days tempted by Satan. Don’t confuse with the two words, tempt and test. 1st Sunday of Lent (Mark 1:12-15) 
 
What do the words mean? To tempt is to entice a person to do wrong while to test is to give a person a chance to choose what is right. To tempt is to hope you fail while to test is to hope for your success. In Hebrew, Satan means adversary or enemy. 
 
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00:00 Satan Tempts, God Tests 
00:17 What do the words mean 
01:12 Opportunities and Challenges 
02:16 Why temptations are part of the Christian life? 
03:25 Why such a hurry? 
03:55 What are the temptations? 
04:47 Number forty is important 
05:31 Why does Mark Mentions Wild Animals? 
06:25 Dynamic of Repent and Believe 
 
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First Sunday of Lent Year B. Reflection on Mark 1:12-15. Lent offers opportunities to come close to God. Satan Tempts, God Tests. Know the Difference. Jesus tempted by Satan. Why not tested? We notice soon after baptism, Jesus was led into the wilderness for forty days tempted by Satan. Don’t confuse with the two words, tempt and test. 1st Sunday of Lent (Mark 1:12-15)

What do the words mean? To tempt is to entice a person to do wrong while to test is to give a person a chance to choose what is right. To tempt is to hope you fail while to test is to hope for your success. In Hebrew, Satan means adversary or enemy. 

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Jesus' Baptism Let's Begin a New Way (Baptism of the Lord) Did you know about the four baptisms? Yes, four baptisms (Mark 1:7-11). John combines the baptism of the Jews and the baptism of the Gentiles. Jesus takes the baptism to a new level, initiating the new way forward with the gift of the Holy Spirit. 
 
We can look at four baptisms. 
Ritual washing 
Proselyte Baptism 
John's Baptism 
Jesus' Baptism 
Although each is different, they have something in common. 
 
What is Ritual washing? People cleansed themselves of spiritual impurity. It was ritual bathing important to the Qumran community. In contrast, the proselyte baptism was for the Gentiles converting to Judaism, an initiation rite performed by immersion. 
Both these traditions could have influenced John. But John does something different. Ritual bathing was self-administered, repeated ritual. We see John administering baptism as a one-time rite. 
 
Proselyte baptism was only for the Gentiles. Why baptize Jews, who already were people of God? You see, John's baptism is directed towards the Jews in Judea and Jerusalem. All who come to receive John's baptism are Jews. 
 
What's unique about John's baptism? 
John, in combining the two traditions, creates a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. Through the prophets like John, God calls people to see with new eyes and respond in uncomfortable ways to avoid harsh judgment. John preaches that the Jews require God's forgiveness and are no different from the Gentiles. So, the baptism is their first step toward a new life. 
 
#ferozfernandes #sundayscripture reflection 
 
00:00 Did you know about the four baptisms? 
00:52 What is Ritual washing? 
01:48 What's unique about John's baptism? 
02:19 Why would people travel to a wilderness? 
02:53 What did people do come to the wilderness? 
03:20 John announces a new baptism 
03:49 What's unique about the Holy Spirit? 
04:07 Why did John baptize Jesus? 
04:38 Components of Baptism 
05:07 An invitation to a new way of life. 
 
 
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Jesus' Baptism Let's Begin a New Way (Baptism of the Lord) Did you know about the four baptisms? Yes, four baptisms (Mark 1:7-11). John combines the baptism of the Jews and the baptism of the Gentiles. Jesus takes the baptism to a new level, initiating the new way forward with the gift of the Holy Spirit. 

We can look at four baptisms.
Ritual washing
Proselyte Baptism
John's Baptism
Jesus' Baptism
Although each is different, they have something in common. 

What is Ritual washing? People cleansed themselves of spiritual impurity. It was ritual bathing important to the Qumran community. In contrast, the proselyte baptism was for the Gentiles converting to Judaism, an initiation rite performed by immersion.
Both these traditions could have influenced John. But John does something different. Ritual bathing was self-administered, repeated ritual. We see John administering baptism as a one-time rite. 

Proselyte baptism was only for the Gentiles. Why baptize Jews, who already were people o

Jesus' Baptism Let's Begin a New Life (Mark 1:7-11)

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Make Wise Decisions Epiphany of the Lord (Luke 2:16-21) You may not see it, but the epiphany story allows us to see wise men make foolish decisions. The epiphany story is about decisions – wise or otherwise – you make decisions based on the information you have or feelings that overwhelm you. We make a decision based on our experience of God - promises of God. 
 
Why would the wise men ask a paranoid Herod for advice about the birth of his successor? Sometimes, I think of the gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh are not practical. Stay with me and watch the entire video. Let's learn how wise decisions are made in the story of the epiphany of the Lord. 
 
What's the story of epiphany? You know it as the feast of the three kings – or the story of the magi. I like the word magi. It's closer to the original meaning in the Bible. There is no mention that the magi were kings, or they were three kings. There is no mention that the magi were wise either. The number of magi is assumed based on the three gifts they bring to Jesus. It's not the story of three kings. 
 
What is an epiphany? The biblical word "epiphany" means an unexcepted appearance or manifestation of a God. Let's look at it in this way: Jesus is manifest to the Gentiles. No one expected a messiah to the Gentiles. The expectation was of a royal king for the Jews – some confused it with an immediate context to overthrow the Romans. No one expected that God's salvation includes Gentiles. 
 
It's a disruptive story that makes a new beginning to involve people in God's plan. Epiphany challenges us to reconsider boundaries - welcome those whom we prefer not to love. It isn't easy, but Christ makes it possible by showing us how to make wise decisions. 
 
Hold on to see how Herod and Herod's wise men (chief priest and scribes) made unwise decisions. You want the correct information about the epiphany of the Lord. Right? 
 
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00:00 Make Wise Decisions 
01:18 What’s the story of epiphany 
01:46 What is an epiphany 
02:14 Disruptive Story 
02:44 Don’t group Christmas story 
03:06 Difference between Matthew and Luke 
03:49 Who was King Herod the great? 
04:41 Who are the wise men? 
05:06 Are these Magi Astrologers? 
06:14 Wise men are non-Jews 
06:51 Are the wise men asking for direction? 
07:17 Herod Troubled, But why all Jerusalem 
07:51 But Why all Jerusalem is troubled. 
08:14 Do the wise men make a correct decision 
08:41 What's the message of epiphany? 
09:08 The real punch line 
09:58 Whom does God favor? 
 
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Real Mary Magdalene. Not Penitent Prostitute 
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Funny and Controversial Prayers 
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Five Benefits of Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus 
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John’s Identity Clarified 
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What’s Special about John the Baptist in the Wilderness 
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Why Jesus calls to be Alert Keep Watch 
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Angel Visits Mary Know the Difference 
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Make Wise Decisions Epiphany of the Lord (Luke 2:16-21)  You may not see it, but the epiphany story allows us to see wise men make foolish decisions. The epiphany story is about decisions – wise or otherwise – you make decisions based on the information you have or feelings that overwhelm you. We make a decision based on our experience of God - promises of God. 

Why would the wise men ask a paranoid Herod for advice about the birth of his successor? Sometimes, I think of the gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh are not practical. Stay with me and watch the entire video. Let's learn how wise decisions are made in the story of the epiphany of the Lord. 

What's the story of epiphany? You know it as the feast of the three kings – or the story of the magi. I like the word magi. It's closer to the original meaning in the Bible. There is no mention that the magi were kings, or they were three kings. There is no mention that the magi were wise either. The number of magi is ass

Make Wise Decisions Epiphany of the Lord | Luke 2:16-21

How to understand the Parable of Wicked Tenants? (Matthew 21:33-43). Parable of Wicked Tenants, How to understand it? Can we change the name of the parable: like the parable of the foolish landowner? How to understand the allegory in the parable? Watch the entire video to discover What's the punch line of the parable? And at the end of the video, I will share some endnotes about essential details about the parable. 
What is the parable of the wicked tenants and the vineyard? The parable is about the owner placing tenants in charge to oversee the productivity of the vineyard. When the owner sent his slave to collect his produce, the tenants attacked them, beating one and killing the other. Another delegation was sent, and the tenants did the same with them. Then the owner sent out son, thinking that they will respect him. But they killed him, thinking that now they can collect the inheritance. What happening here? Is it a parable of a foolish landowner? 
 
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How to understand the Parable of Wicked Tenants? (Matthew 21:33-43). Parable of Wicked Tenants, How to understand it? Can we change the name of the parable: like the parable of the foolish landowner? How to understand the allegory in the parable? Watch the entire video to discover What's the punch line of the parable? And at the end of the video, I will share some endnotes about essential details about the parable. 
What is the parable of the wicked tenants and the vineyard? The parable is about the owner placing tenants in charge to oversee the productivity of the vineyard. When the owner sent his slave to collect his produce, the tenants attacked them, beating one and killing the other. Another delegation was sent, and the tenants did the same with them. Then the owner sent out son, thinking that they will respect him. But they killed him, thinking that now they can collect the inheritance. What happening here? Is it a parable of a foolish landowner?

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How to Understand Parable of Wicked Tenants (Matthew 21:33-43)

In this video, you will find a detailed explanation of the Parable of the Two Sons (Matthew 21:28-32) You will discover what happens before Jesus told this parable. Why did Jesus tell the parable of two sons to the chief priest and religious elders in the temple? Watch the entire video to find out how to understand the parable? What the parable has to teach us? And Parable of two sons in our context. At the end of the video, you will hear about the greatest shocker about the parable. 
 
The parable of two sons. Don't confuse with the parable of the prodigal son and his elder brother. Jesus told the Jewish leaders that a father requested his sons to work in his vineyard. The first one told his father that he will do it but doesn't go out to complete the task. While the second told, he won't do it but goes and does the work in the vineyard. The parable is oblivious: the one who went out to work did the father's will, although he initially refused to do it. Yes, we can say it: actions speak louder than words. 
 
What happens before Jesus tells this parable? 
Jesus confronted the temple leadership for messing things up for the people. Jesus overturns the tables of money-changes in the temple, challenging the religious authorities pursuing business in God's house. The religious leaders made the temple more a place for profits than for prophets. The temple leadership fought back, asking Jesus to prove his authority. 
 
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In this video, you will find a detailed explanation of the Parable of the Two Sons (Matthew 21:28-32) You will discover what happens before Jesus told this parable.  Why did Jesus tell the parable of two sons to the chief priest and religious elders in the temple? Watch the entire video to find out how to understand the parable? What the parable has to teach us? And Parable of two sons in our context. At the end of the video, you will hear about the greatest shocker about the parable.

The parable of two sons. Don't confuse with the parable of the prodigal son and his elder brother. Jesus told the Jewish leaders that a father requested his sons to work in his vineyard. The first one told his father that he will do it but doesn't go out to complete the task. While the second told, he won't do it but goes and does the work in the vineyard. The parable is oblivious: the one who went out to work did the father's will, although he initially refused to do it. Yes, we can say it: actions spea

Parable of Two Sons Explained (Matthew 21:28-32)

Forgive 70 times 7 Meaning. What does forgive 70 times 7 mean? What’s the difference between forgiving seven times and seventy times seven? There is something about Peter’s generous proposal of forgiving seven times. You will also discover, why Jesus says you must forgive seventy times seven. Watch the entire video to discover if forgiveness is a Christian weakness? Finally, at the end of the video I have a brief reflection on how Christian forgiveness works. 
 
Why did Peter say forgive seven times? Pay attention to numbers in the Bible. Peter asked Jesus, "how often he should forgive others seven times?" Peter raises a practical issue – how far must a disciple go to forgive others? Christian forgiveness is meaningless without repentance from the offender. Peter is asking if the offender repent is a disciple obliged to forgive more than three times? 
 
Peter's proposal of forgiving seven times is a generous number. The rabbinical standard was three times. It creates the idea that God forgives three sins and punishes the fourth. Peter discovers that Jesus wants his followers to do more than that, so Peter doubles the number three and adds one for good measure. Yes, you know that seven is a holy number symbolizing perfection or completeness. What Peter failed to see in the sacred number is the meaning of infinity – seven days of the week adds up like an endless cycle. Seven is endless. 
 
What does Jesus mean by the saying, forgive "seventy times seven? Jesus's response demolished Peter's generous suggestion of forgiving seven times. It's simple multiply 70 times seven is 490. It is not a math-lesson, but a lesson on graciousness. Technically if one keeps track, how then can it be forgiveness? It is a track record to reach a day to quit forgiving. What Jesus proposes is celestial arithmetic – do it in our hearts, not counting with our heads. 
 
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Forgive 70 times 7 Meaning. What does forgive 70 times 7 mean? What’s the difference between forgiving seven times and seventy times seven? There is something about Peter’s generous proposal of forgiving seven times. You will also discover, why Jesus says you must forgive seventy times seven. Watch the entire video to discover if forgiveness is a Christian weakness? Finally, at the end of the video I have a brief reflection on how Christian forgiveness works.

Why did Peter say forgive seven times? Pay attention to numbers in the Bible. Peter asked Jesus, "how often he should forgive others seven times?" Peter raises a practical issue – how far must a disciple go to forgive others? Christian forgiveness is meaningless without repentance from the offender. Peter is asking if the offender repent is a disciple obliged to forgive more than three times?

Peter's proposal of forgiving seven times is a generous number. The rabbinical standard was three times. It creates the idea that God forg

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