Jesus is… John the Baptist, Elijah or a prophet?
People respond in many different ways to the question we are addressing in this series: who is Jesus?
Jesus is… the one who sends
Jesus sent out his closest disciples, two by two, to proclaim his message and use his authority. How does this instruction apply to us?
Jesus is… the stumbling stone
Many ‘took offence’ at Jesus. His message runs counter to many aspects of our culture – can we accept his hard teaching?
Jesus is… the gentle healer
We hear about people who asked for, and received, the power of Jesus to heal and restore. Miracles can and do happen…
Jesus is… the exorcist
Jesus demonstrates his authority over a horde of evil spirits. Evil is a present reality, but in Jesus we are on the winning side.
‘Who is this?’
Where is Jesus in the midst of the storm? Where is Jesus when it hurts? Asleep in the boat?
Jesus is… the speaker of parables
Why did Jesus teach in parables? Wouldn’t it have been simpler just to speak plainly?
Jesus is… the generous sower
How can we ensure that our lives are as fruitful as possible?
Jesus is… out of his mind?
As Jesus’ ministry gathers momentum, so does the opposition. He forces us to make a decision… is he from God, or demonic?
‘You are the Son of God’
People thought different things about Jesus – will we make him fit our expectations or listen to the truth?
Jesus is… Lord of the Sabbath
Do we value the Earth God has gifted to us? Can we undo the damage we have done to it?
Jesus is… the forgiving friend
Jesus challenges all our assumptions about what matters most and confronts those who think they are OK.
