Ministry in Galilee

PER139 The parable of the lamp under a bushel

This article analyzes the parable of the lamp under a basket, explored in the Gospels. It emphasizes the importance of divine light for the disciple, showing how the Messiah Jesus uses this metaphor to illuminate divine truth and urge the disciples to be visible witnesses to their faith, while themselves remaining illuminated by the light of Christ.

Luke 8.16-18 (King James Version) :

No man, when he hath lighted a candle, covereth it with a vessel, or putteth it under a bed; but setteth it on a candlestick, that they which enter in may see the light.For nothing is secret, that shall not be made manifest; neither any thing hid, that shall not be known and come abroad.Take heed therefore how ye hear: for whosoever hath, to him shall be given; and whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he seemeth to have.

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

MIR006 Exorcism in Capernaum

The article analyzes the passages in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke in which Jesus the Messiah heals and casts out demons after the Sabbath, fulfilling prophecies and revealing his divine identity.

Mark 1.32-34 (King James Version) :

And at even, when the sun did set, they brought unto him all that were diseased, and them that were possessed with devils.And all the city was gathered together at the door.And he healed many that were sick of divers diseases, and cast out many devils; and suffered not the devils to speak, because they knew him.

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

MIR011 Healing of the leper

The article discusses Jesus' healing of a leper, highlighting his compassion and his observance of religious laws. The variations among the Gospel accounts enrich our understanding of this key event in Jesus' ministry.

Mark 1.40-45 (King James Version) :

And there came a leper to him, beseeching him, and kneeling down to him, and saying unto him, If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.And Jesus, moved with compassion, put forth his hand, and touched him, and saith unto him, I will; be thou clean.And as soon as he had spoken, immediately the leprosy departed from him, and he was cleansed.And he straitly charged him, and forthwith sent him away;And saith unto him, See thou say nothing to any man: but go thy way, shew thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing those things which Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.But he went out, and began to publish it much, and to blaze abroad the matter, insomuch that Jesus could no more openly enter into the city, but was without in desert places: and they came to him from every quarter.

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

MIR014 Healing of the blind and mute demon-possessed man

The article explores a miracle performed by Jesus, as recounted in Matthew 12:22–23 and Luke 11:14–15, in which he heals a man possessed by a demon. The crowd is amazed and wonders if Jesus is the Son of David, the long-awaited Messiah. Compared to Luke, Matthew emphasizes the crowd’s recognition of Jesus as the Messiah, while Luke reports accusations of collusion with Beelzebub.

Matthew 12.22-23 (King James Version) :

Then was brought unto him one possessed with a devil, blind, and dumb: and he healed him, insomuch that the blind and dumb both spake and saw.And all the people were amazed, and said, Is not this the son of David?

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

PER183 Departure by boat for the city of Magdala

The article discusses Jesus’ departure by boat for Magdala after the multiplication of the loaves, exploring the differences between the accounts of Matthew and Mark and stressing the importance of historical study for understanding these differences.

Mark 8.10 (King James Version) :

And straightway he entered into a ship with his disciples, and came into the parts of Dalmanutha.

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

MIR004 Healing of the possessed man in the synagogue of Capernaum

The article discusses Jesus' healing of a possessed man in Capernaum, as recounted in Mark and Luke. The unclean spirit recognizes Jesus as the Holy One of God and, at Christ's command, comes out of the man. Those present were amazed at Jesus’ authority, and his fame spread. These accounts highlight Jesus’ divine authority and healing power.

Luke 4.33-37 (King James Version) :

And in the synagogue there was a man, which had a spirit of an unclean devil, and cried out with a loud voice,Saying, Let us alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art; the Holy One of God.And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him. And when the devil had thrown him in the midst, he came out of him, and hurt him not.And they were all amazed, and spake among themselves, saying, What a word is this! for with authority and power he commandeth the unclean spirits, and they come out.And the fame of him went out into every place of the country round about.

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

MIR005 Healing of Peter's mother-in-law

This article discusses the miracle of the healing of Peter’s mother-in-law, as recounted in Matthew, Mark, and Luke. It highlights Jesus’ healing power and his compassion for the sick, with the accounts emphasizing different aspects of this event. Jesus immediately heals Peter’s mother-in-law, and she then begins to serve them. The unique perspectives of the Gospels enrich our understanding of this miraculous act.

Mark 1.29-31 (King James Version) :

And forthwith, when they were come out of the synagogue, they entered into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John.But Simon’s wife’s mother lay sick of a fever, and anon they tell him of her.And he came and took her by the hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she ministered unto them.

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

MIR007 The healing of a leper

This article analyzes Jesus’ healing of a leper in Mark 1:40–44 and Luke 5:12–14, highlighting the leper’s faith, Jesus’ compassion, and his divine healing power. The accounts emphasize compliance with the religious laws of the time.

Luke 5.12-14 (King James Version) :

And it came to pass, when he was in a certain city, behold a man full of leprosy: who seeing Jesus fell on his face, and besought him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.And he put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will: be thou clean. And immediately the leprosy departed from him.And he charged him to tell no man: but go, and shew thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing, according as Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

MIR008 Healing of the paralysed man

This article analyzes the miracle of the healing of the paralytic, as recounted in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Faced with the skepticism of the scribes, Jesus demonstrates his divine authority by healing a paralytic who was lowered from a roof by his friends. This account highlights the faith of those who carried him and Christ’s ability to forgive and heal, eliciting wonder and praise from the crowd.

Matthew 9.1-8 (King James Version) :

And he entered into a ship, and passed over, and came into his own city.And, behold, they brought to him a man sick of the palsy, lying on a bed: and Jesus seeing their faith said unto the sick of the palsy; Son, be of good cheer; thy sins be forgiven thee.And, behold, certain of the scribes said within themselves, This man blasphemeth.And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts?For whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Arise, and walk?But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins, (then saith he to the sick of the palsy,) Arise, take up thy bed, and go unto thine house.And he arose, and departed to his house.But when the multitudes saw it, they marvelled, and glorified God, which had given such power unto men.

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Level: Intermediate Audience: Beginners

MIR012 Healing of the centurion’s servant

This article explores the healing of the centurion's servant, as recounted in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. The centurion demonstrates exceptional faith, hoping for healing through Jesus' word. The accounts differ in the details of their interaction, highlighting the centurion’s humility and respectability and Jesus’ compassion.

Luke 7.1-10 (King James Version) :

Now when he had ended all his sayings in the audience of the people, he entered into Capernaum.And a certain centurion’s servant, who was dear unto him, was sick, and ready to die.And when he heard of Jesus, he sent unto him the elders of the Jews, beseeching him that he would come and heal his servant.And when they came to Jesus, they besought him instantly, saying, That he was worthy for whom he should do this:For he loveth our nation, and he hath built us a synagogue.Then Jesus went with them. And when he was now not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to him, saying unto him, Lord, trouble not thyself: for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof:Wherefore neither thought I myself worthy to come unto thee: but say in a word, and my servant shall be healed.For I also am a man set under authority, having under me soldiers, and I say unto one, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it.When Jesus heard these things, he marvelled at him, and turned him about, and said unto the people that followed him, I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel.And they that were sent, returning to the house, found the servant whole that had been sick.

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

MIR013 Resurrection of the widow’s son at Nain

The article discusses Jesus' raising of the son of the widow of Nain, demonstrating his compassion and divine power, as recounted in Luke 7:11–17. This miracle leads to Jesus being recognized as a prophet and to an acknowledgment of the active divine presence, demonstrating his authority over death.

Luke 7.11-17 (King James Version) :

And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went with him, and much people.Now when he came nigh to the gate of the city, behold, there was a dead man carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow: and much people of the city was with her.And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her, and said unto her, Weep not.And he came and touched the bier: and they that bare him stood still. And he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise.And he that was dead sat up, and began to speak. And he delivered him to his mother.And there came a fear on all: and they glorified God, saying, That a great prophet is risen up among us; and, That God hath visited his people.And this rumour of him went forth throughout all Judæa, and throughout all the region round about.

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Level: Easy Audience: Beginners

MIR016 Jesus the Messiah calms the storm

This article examines how, in Matthew 8:23–27, Mark 4:35–41, and Luke 8:22–25, Jesus calms a storm, demonstrating his divine power. The accounts highlight the disciples’ fearful reaction and the importance of faith, with variations reflecting each evangelist’s unique perspective.

Mark 4.35-41 (King James Version) :

And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side.And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships.And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full.And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish?And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith?And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

MIR017 Exorcism of the demoniac of Gadara

The Exorcism at Gadara depicts Jesus casting out demons from the Gerasenes, according to Matthew, Mark, and Luke. The demons recognize Jesus as the Son of God and ask to enter a herd of pigs, which then drowns. This act demonstrates Jesus’ authority and redemptive power.

Matthew 8.28-34 (King James Version) :

And when he was come to the other side into the country of the Gergesenes, there met him two possessed with devils, coming out of the tombs, exceeding fierce, so that no man might pass by that way.And, behold, they cried out, saying, What have we to do with thee, Jesus, thou Son of God? art thou come hither to torment us before the time?And there was a good way off from them an herd of many swine feeding.So the devils besought him, saying, If thou cast us out, suffer us to go away into the herd of swine.And he said unto them, Go. And when they were come out, they went into the herd of swine: and, behold, the whole herd of swine ran violently down a steep place into the sea, and perished in the waters.And they that kept them fled, and went their ways into the city, and told every thing, and what was befallen to the possessed of the devils.And, behold, the whole city came out to meet Jesus: and when they saw him, they besought him that he would depart out of their coasts.

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

PER161 Return to Nazareth

The second return of Jesus to Nazareth (March AD 32) is recounted by Matthew and Mark. Despite his teaching in the synagogue, the townspeople reject him because of their familiarity with him and his family. Their lack of faith limits his miracles. Jesus utters the famous saying: ‘A prophet is despised only in his own country.’ Mark adds details absent from Matthew: the presence of the disciples and Jesus’ astonishment at their unbelief.

Mark 6.1-6 (King James Version) :

And he went out from thence, and came into his own country; and his disciples follow him.And when the sabbath day was come, he began to teach in the synagogue: and many hearing him were astonished, saying, From whence hath this man these things? and what wisdom is this which is given unto him, that even such mighty works are wrought by his hands?Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary, the brother of James, and Joses, and of Juda, and Simon? and are not his sisters here with us? And they were offended at him.But Jesus said unto them, A prophet is not without honour, but in his own country, and among his own kin, and in his own house.And he could there do no mighty work, save that he laid his hands upon a few sick folk, and healed them.And he marvelled because of their unbelief. And he went round about the villages, teaching.

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

PER177 The Work of the Messiah Jesus in Galilee

The article explores Jesus’ strategic decision to carry out his ministry in Galilee in order to avoid hostility in Judea. John stresses the intention of the religious authorities to kill Jesus, whereas the Synoptic Gospels allude to this threat only implicitly.

John 7.1 (King James Version) :

After these things Jesus walked in Galilee: for he would not walk in Jewry, because the Jews sought to kill him.

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Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

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