Tag archive: Matthew
Not That Name
As soon as you mention a name, a teacher is able to recall a previous student with that same name. Matthew 27:11-26 Reference: v.16 At that time they had a well-known prisoner whose name was Jesus Barabbas. (TNIV Bible) Explore: It’s always amusing talking to a teacher as they try to find a name for…
Moving On
He didn’t feel supported or cared for and was considering resigning from his position. Matthew 27:1-10 Reference: v.4 “I have sinned,” he said, “for I have betrayed innocent blood.” “What is that to us?” they replied. “That’s your responsibility.” (TNIV Bible) Explore: A little while ago I caught up with a friend in ministry. He…
Easy Weight Loss
The one question every female is burning to ask me is, “How did you do it?” Matthew 26:47-75 Reference: v.56 But this has all taken place that the writings of the prophets might be fulfilled.” Then all the disciples deserted him and fled. (TNIV Bible) Explore: Over the last four months I have lost 20 kilos…
Charlie Brown
While his first comic strip appeared in 1950, it seems he is still very relevant for people today. Matthew 26:26-46 Reference: v.40 Then he returned to his disciples and found them sleeping. “Couldn’t you men keep watch with me for one hour?” he asked Peter. (TNIV Bible) Explore: As a child, I never really got into…
Spoiler Alert
Now that’s a spoiler that I’m more than happy to hear. Matthew 26:17-25 Reference: v.21 And while they were eating, he said, “Truly I tell you, one of you will betray me.” (TNIV Bible) Explore: I really hate spoilers. This is when people reveal what is going to happen in a movie or a TV…