Thematic Bible: Condescension of


Thematic Bible





to the one who remembered us when we were down, for his loyal love endures,

Though the Lord is exalted, he takes note of the lowly, and recognizes the proud from far away.

When the Pharisees saw this they said to his disciples, "Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?"

because he has looked upon the humble state of his servant. For from now on all generations will call me blessed,

he got up from the meal, removed his outer clothes, took a towel and tied it around himself.

When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord.

Then he said to Thomas, "Put your finger here, and examine my hands. Extend your hand and put it into my side. Do not continue in your unbelief, but believe."




to the one who remembered us when we were down, for his loyal love endures,

Though the Lord is exalted, he takes note of the lowly, and recognizes the proud from far away.

When the Pharisees saw this they said to his disciples, "Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?"

because he has looked upon the humble state of his servant. For from now on all generations will call me blessed,

he got up from the meal, removed his outer clothes, took a towel and tied it around himself.

When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord.

Then he said to Thomas, "Put your finger here, and examine my hands. Extend your hand and put it into my side. Do not continue in your unbelief, but believe."


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