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King Herod [Antipas] heard about this, for Jesus’ name and reputation had become well known. People were saying, “John the Baptist has been raised from the dead, and that is why these miraculous powers are at work in Him.”
Now when John [the Baptist] in prison heard about the activities of Christ, he sent word by his disciples
Then He began to denounce [the people in] the cities in which most of His miracles were done, because they did not repent [and change their hearts and lives].
And after coming to [Nazareth] His hometown, He began teaching them in their synagogue, and they were astonished, and said, “Where did this Man get this wisdom and these miraculous powers [what is the source of His authority]?
When the Sabbath came, He began to teach in the synagogue; and many who listened to Him were astonished, saying, “Where did this man get these things [this knowledge and spiritual insight]? What is this wisdom [this confident understanding of the Scripture] that has been given to Him, and such miracles as these performed by His hands?
As soon as He was approaching [Jerusalem], near the descent of the Mount of Olives, the entire multitude of the disciples [all those who were or claimed to be His followers] began praising God [adoring Him enthusiastically and] joyfully with loud voices for all the miracles and works of power that they had seen,
Jesus answered them, “I have told you so, yet you do not believe. The works that I do in My Father’s name testify concerning Me [they are My credentials and the evidence declaring who I am].
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Worshipped
Then those in the boat worshiped Him [with awe-inspired reverence], saying, “Truly You are the Son of God!”
And as they went, suddenly, Jesus met them, saying, “Rejoice!” And they went to Him and took hold of His feet [in homage] and worshiped Him [as the Messiah].
And after entering the house, they saw the Child with Mary His mother; and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then, after opening their treasure chests, they presented to Him gifts [fit for a king, gifts] of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
And they worshiped Him and returned to Jerusalem with great joy [fully understanding that He lives and that He is the Son of God];
And when He had taken the scroll, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb (Christ), each one holding a harp and golden bowls full of fragrant incense, which are the prayers of the saints (God’s people).
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Divine
If anyone teaches a different doctrine and does not agree with the sound words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and with the doctrine and teaching which is in agreement with godliness (personal integrity, upright behavior),
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Access to God
Christ » Words of characteristics of » The abiding comforter
If you [really] love Me, you will keep (obey) My commands. And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, and Standby), that He may remain with you forever -- "
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Words of judgment
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Fellowship, with God
Jesus answered, “If anyone [really] loves Me, he will keep My word (teaching); and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our dwelling place with him.
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Imperishable
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Assurance
And this is how we know [daily, by experience] that we have come to know Him [to understand Him and be more deeply acquainted with Him]: if we habitually keep [focused on His precepts and obey] His commandments (teachings).
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Promises to those who keep
He went down to Nazareth with them, and was continually submissive and obedient to them; and His mother treasured all these things in her heart.
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Divine disclosure
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Incomparable
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Eternal life
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Life-giving
Simon Peter answered, “Lord, to whom shall we go? You [alone] have the words of eternal life [you are our only hope].
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Spiritual
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Gracious
And [as He continued on] they all were speaking well of Him, and were in awe and were wondering about the words of grace which were coming from His lips; and they were saying, “Is this not Joseph’s son?”
Christ » Words of characteristics of » Mighty
and they were surprised [almost overwhelmed] at His teaching, because His message was [given] with authority and power and great ability.