Easter Bible Studies - Fourth Week in Lent
Faith and Miracles Jesus has power over natur e : There’s a difference between miracles and magic. Old Testament magicians could copy lots of God’s achievements in Egypt, but couldn’t copy God’s control over nature. In the New Testament, it’s when Jesus controls the wind and the waves that the disciples respond with greatest awe ( Mark 4:35-41 ). Jesus has power over social convention : Social rules can dictate who we do and don’t eat with, or who we allow into our homes, churches and schools. But Jesus broke the social rules and invited everyone ( Matthew 9:11-12, John 4:7-15 ). Jesus has power over need : Jesus recognized the hunger of his followers and provided food, either by directly miraculous means or by equally miraculously causing huge crowds to share, depending on your interpretation. Jesus has power over sickness : Jesus healed people, and his followers healed people ( Acts 5:12-16, 8:6-7 ). After his death, his disciples continued to heal people in his name. People were cur...