Author Archives: dkoop

9:1 When Jesus said some would not die before seeing the Kingdom of God arrive, he may have been referring to Peter, James, and John, who would witness the Transfiguration a few days later to all who would witness the … Continue reading →

What good is it to gain the whole world and lose your soul?  This and other great sayings are in today’s reading. Jesus Feeds Four Thousand / 8:1-10 Differences in detail distinguish this miracle from the feeding of the five … Continue reading →

Jesus Teaches about Inner Purity / 7:1-23 7:1-2 Another group from Jerusalem came to investigate this new rabbi who was causing such a stir throughout the country. The Pharisees and teachers of religious law were ready to debate Jesus about the … Continue reading →

Rejected by His Hometown!  Ordinary Men Do Miracles! A Grudge Leads to Murder. Thousands Fed from a Sack lunch.  He Walks on Water!  Entire Town Healed by a Touch! These are the headlines from chapter 6. The People of Nazareth … Continue reading →