Étude 1 sur 11 · Les résultats à Jérusalem

  1. Étude 1 : Les résultats à Jérusalem
  2. Study 2: The beginning of preaching in Galilee
  3. Étude 3 : Le Messie Jésus dans la maison du pharisien
  4. Étude 4 : Parabole de la brebis perdue
  5. Étude 5 : Rappel du massacre des Galiléens par Pilate
  6. Étude 6 : La parabole des deux fils
  7. Étude 7 : Le dialogue avec les deux malfaiteurs qui l’entouraient
  8. Étude 8 : Apparence ou vérité
  9. Étude 9 : Nouveau discours de Pierre
  10. Étude 10 : Dieu est-il injuste
  11. Étude 11 : La catastrophe du funiculaire de Gloria

The ministry of John the Baptist

  • PER040 The results in Jerusalem

    Pericope 40 analyses the results of Jesus’ first preaching in Jerusalem during Passover in the year 30, according to John 2:23–25. Although many believed because of the miracles, Jesus remains reserved about this superficial faith, based on spectacle rather than sincere repentance. John emphasises Jesus’ divine ability to know the human heart. The article identifies two key points: the extended stay in Jerusalem and the divine nature of the Messiah’s discernment.

    John 2.23-25 (King James Version) :
    Now when he was in Jerusalem at the passover, in the feast day, many believed in his name, when they saw the miracles which he did.But Jesus did not commit himself unto them, because he knew all men,And needed not that any should testify of man: for he knew what was in man.
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The beginning of the ministry in Galilee

  • PER052 The beginning of the preaching in Galilee

    Pericope PER052 marks the official beginning of Jesus’ preaching in Galilee after John the Baptist’s arrest. Matthew emphasises continuity between John’s message and Jesus’ message, both calling for repentance. This decisive turning point, placed in Capernaum around February–March 31, confirms the fulfilment of messianic prophecies and Jesus’ full entry into his public ministry.

    Matthew 4.17 (King James Version) :
    From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
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From the second to the third Passover festival

  • PER117 Jesus the Messiah in the Pharisee’s house

    In Capernaum, Jesus accepts an invitation from a Pharisee named Simon. During the meal, a sinful woman anoints his feet with tears and perfume. Faced with Simon’s contempt, Jesus tells a parable about forgiveness and declares that the woman has been saved by her faith. This episode, recorded only by Luke (7,36-50), illustrates the opposition between the Pharisees’ religious pride and the repentant humility that opens the way to salvation.

    Luke 7.44-46 (King James Version) :
    And he turned to the woman, and said unto Simon, Seest thou this woman? I entered into thine house, thou gavest me no water for my feet: but she hath washed my feet with tears, and wiped them with the hairs of her head.Thou gavest me no kiss: but this woman since the time I came in hath not ceased to kiss my feet.My head with oil thou didst not anoint: but this woman hath anointed my feet with ointment.
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From the 3rd Passover to the start of the final week

  • PER202 Parable of the lost sheep

    The parable of the lost sheep (Mt 18.10-14; Lk 15.3-7) is taught by Jesus at Capernaum in September AD 32, shortly before his final departure from Galilee. Matthew emphasizes the protection of the ‘little ones’ and the divine will not to lose any of them, whereas Luke stresses the heavenly joy over the repentant sinner. The figure of the shepherd points to the messianic mission of Jesus, the good shepherd who prepares his disciples for his absence by promising them a spiritual guide.

    Matthew 18.10-14 (King James Version) :
    Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven.For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost.How think ye? if a man have an hundred sheep, and one of them be gone astray, doth he not leave the ninety and nine, and goeth into the mountains, and seeketh that which is gone astray?And if so be that he find it, verily I say unto you, he rejoiceth more of that sheep, than of the ninety and nine which went not astray.Even so it is not the will of your Father which is in heaven, that one of these little ones should perish.
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  • PER229 Reminder of the massacre of the Galileans by Pilate

    Pericope PER229 (Luke 13,1-5) recounts how witnesses of a Pharisee's meal confronted Jesus about the massacre of Galileans by Pilate. Jesus refuses to see in it a divine punishment and calls for personal repentance, also citing the fall of the tower of Siloam. He teaches that death is the common lot of all, and that only repentance opens the way to the Kingdom of God.

    Luke 13.1-5 (King James Version) :
    There were present at that season some that told him of the Galilæans, whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices.And Jesus answering said unto them, Suppose ye that these Galilæans were sinners above all the Galilæans, because they suffered such things?I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.Or those eighteen, upon whom the tower in Siloam fell, and slew them, think ye that they were sinners above all men that dwelt in Jerusalem?I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.
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The last week before the arrest

  • PER290 The parable of the two sons

    The parable of the two sons (Matt 21,28-32), recorded only by Matthew, takes place in the Temple of Jerusalem during Jesus’ last week. It contrasts two attitudes: promising without acting versus refusing and then obeying. Jesus unmasks the hypocrisy of the religious leaders and announces that repentant sinners enter the Kingdom ahead of them. A universal call to humility and sincere repentance.

    Matthew 13.31-33 (King James Version) :
    Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field:Which indeed is the least of all seeds: but when it is grown, it is the greatest among herbs, and becometh a tree, so that the birds of the air come and lodge in the branches thereof.Another parable spake he unto them; The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened.
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The last day up to the crucifixion

  • PER354 The dialogue with the two criminals beside him

    Pericope 354 analyzes the unique dialogue reported by Luke between Jesus and the two criminals crucified beside him (Lk 23,39-43). One mocks Jesus; the other acknowledges his guilt, affirms Jesus' innocence and asks to be welcomed into his kingdom. Jesus promises him paradise “today.” This passage reveals a central theological paradox: Jesus saves from the cross, displaying a spiritual authority precisely where everything seems to contradict it.

    Matthew 27.44 (King James Version) :
    The thieves also, which were crucified with him, cast the same in his teeth.
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Reliability of the Scriptures and other doctrinal topics

  • APO003 Appearance or Truth

    APO003 analyzes chapter 3 of Revelation and its three letters to the Churches of Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea. These messages from the risen Christ set out three timeless spiritual diagnoses: lifeless appearance, humble faithfulness and self-satisfied lukewarmness. Each letter follows a precise structure and speaks to every generation of believers, inviting them to discern their true spiritual condition and to persevere in the faith.

    Revelation 3.20 (King James Version) :
    Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.
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Peter's ministry

  • ADA010 Peter's second speech

    The article explores Peter's second great speech, following Pentecost. Peter, accompanied by John, preaches in Jerusalem after the healing of a lame man, stressing Christology, repentance and the prophecies of the Messiah. The speech has an impact on the community but meets with opposition from the religious authorities.

    Deuteronomy 18.15 (King James Version) :
    The LORD thy God will raise up unto thee a Prophet from the midst of thee, of thy brethren, like unto me; unto him ye shall hearken;
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Word of a Friend

  • PDA011 Is God Unjust?

    The article discusses the idea that God might be unjust in allowing suffering and injustice in the world, but concludes that this condition results from human sin. It invites repentance and faith in Jesus for salvation.

    Romans 8.20-22 (King James Version) :
    For the creature was made subject to vanity, not willingly, but by reason of him who hath subjected the same in hope,Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God.For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now.
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  • PDA018 The Gloria Funicular Disaster

    The article discusses the Gloria funicular disaster in the light of a similar biblical account, stressing the need for repentance and the importance of the salvation of the soul according to the teachings of Jesus.

    Mark 8.36-37 (King James Version) :
    For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
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    Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

Further reading
  • ANN103 Repentance

    This study focuses on 'ANN103 - La repentance', examining the word 'repentance' in its Latin and Greek origins. It underscores the importance of…

  • ANN117 Sin

    L'article traite du péché, sa définition biblique et son origine par Adam, ainsi que son impact sur l'humanité. Il aborde la nécessité de la…