One Sabbath day Jesus went to eat dinner in the home of a leader of the Pharisees, and the people were watching Him closely. There was a man there whose arms and legs were swollen. Jesus asked the Pharisees and experts in religious law,”Is it …
Lunch With The Pharisees Gems
This lunch with the pharisees seems so contrived which makes us wonder why Jesus even accepted their invitation when He knew they were always out to trap him. On this occasion even more so. These four Gems will help you understand the background clearer.
Bible Gem 1020 – The Best Seat in the House – a Game of Musical Chairs? (Luke 14:7-11)
When Jesus noticed that all who had come to the dinner were trying to sit in the seats of honor near the head of the table, He gave them this advice: “When you are invited to a wedding feast, don’t sit in the seat of …
Bible Gem 1021 – Who to Invite to Lunch (Luke 14:11-15)
For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted. Then He turned to His host. “When you put on a luncheon or a banquet,” He said, “don’t invite your friends, brothers, relatives, and rich neighbours. For they will …
Bible Gem 1022 – The Lame Excuses (Luke 1:15-24)
Hearing this, a man sitting at the table with Jesus exclaimed, “What a blessing it will be to attend a banquet in the Kingdom of God!” Jesus replied with this story: “A man prepared a great feast and sent out many invitations. When the banquet …