[Journey with Jesus - Day 3] There is only one King of the Jews. I have earned this position. I have fought for this position, I have killed for this position. You don’t get to where I’ve got, through hard work and skilled negotiation, for it to be snatched away. Anyway, the Romans put me … Continue reading Herod – The King of the Jews
Category: epiphany
The Song of Simeon
based on Luke 2:25-35 [Journey with Jesus - Day 2] I have always loved the Scriptures, ever since I was a boy. When I was young, I was drawn to the heroism of people like Moses and David, and even Gideon, who rose to lead their nations to victory against their enemies. I knew their stories off … Continue reading The Song of Simeon
The Journey of the Magi
based on Matthew 2:1-12 I hate camels. Hate ‘em. If I ever see – or smell – another camel in my life, it’ll be too soon. Grumpy, stubborn creatures. There’s no moving them if they’ve really got the hump. My wife would say that they take after their masters, but I have no idea what she’s talking … Continue reading The Journey of the Magi