Daniel's Training in Babylon (Daniel 1:1-21)
Bread of Life (John 6:22-71)
The passage John 6:22-71 in the Bible is a complex and theologically rich text that encompasses several key events and teachings of Jesus. It begins with the crowd, having witnessed the miracle of feeding 5000, searching for Jesus and finding him across the Sea of Galilee. Jesus seizes this...
Institution of the Lord's Supper (1 Corinthians 11:23-26)
This passage highlights the establishment of the Lord's Supper, also known as the Eucharist, as a fundamental Christian practice. It emphasizes the importance of remembering and proclaiming Jesus' sacrificial death on the cross. Jesus instructs his followers to partake in the bread and the cup...
Last Supper (Matthew 26:17-30)
The Last Supper designates the final meal Jesus shares with his disciples before his crucifixion. The scene takes place during the Jewish festival of Passover, and Jesus gathers with his disciples to commemorate the event. The Last Supper is described in all four gospels (Matthew 26:17-30, Mark...
Beast from the Earth (Revelation 13:11-18)
This passage introduces the second beast, often referred to as the False Prophet, who comes from the earth. The Greek term "θηρίον" (therion), translated as "beast," is used to describe this second beast that comes "ἐκ τῆς γῆς" (ek tēs gēs), meaning "out of the earth." This creature is described as...
Last Supper (Luke 22:7-38)
The Last Supper coincides with the celebration of the Passover, a Jewish festival commemorating God's deliverance of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. Jesus is often referred to as the "Lamb of God," symbolizing His role as a sacrifice for humanity's sins. By connecting Jesus to the Passover,...
Great Commission (Matthew 28:16-20)
The Great Commission is the final moment of the gospel of Matthew before Jesus leaves His desciples. Disciples meet risen Lord at Galilee. They fall down on the ground in reverence, but "some had doubts" (Matt 28:17). Jesus is reacting on these doubts and assures disciples about his power, while...