Trust in the Name of the Lord Our God
To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David.
1 May the Lord answer you in the day of trouble!
May the name of the God of Jacob protect you!
2 May he send you help from the sanctuary
and give you support from Zion!
3 May he remember all your offerings
and regard with favor your burnt sacrifices! Selah
4 May he grant you your heart's desire
and fulfill all your plans!
5 May we shout for joy over your salvation,
and in the name of our God set up our banners!
May the Lord fulfill all your petitions!
6 Now I know that the Lord saves his anointed;
he will answer him from his holy heaven
with the saving might of his right hand.
7 Some trust in chariots and some in horses,
but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.
8 They collapse and fall,
but we rise and stand upright.
9 O Lord, save the king!
May he answer us when we call.
Psalm 20 ESV
If you truely want your plans to succeed in what ever you do, trust in the Lord your God (v.7)
Monday, March 28, 2011
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Life's Healing Choices - Week 6
The Relationship Choice
Message by Pastor Terry Crawford
Covenant Church
Key Scripture Reference 1
Matthew 5:7 NIV84
Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
Key Scripture Reference 2
Matthew 5:9 NIV84
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.
Note 1
In verses 7 and 9 Jesus is showing us what the right choices are when it comes to relationships: Mercy and Peacemaking.
The Relationship Choice:
I will evaluate all of my relationships, offer forgiveness to those who have hurt me, and make amends for harm that I have done to others, except when to do so would harm them or others.
Note 2
Mercy and peacemaking stretch us and mold us to become more like Christ
Question
So what does mercy and peacemaking look like?
Note 3
Mercy is the action of doing something kind to someone who hasn’t earned the kindness or doesn’t even deserve the kindness.
Question
How has that anger and resentment worked for you so far?
Note 4
How am I going to make sure they don’t do it again? You don’t
Note 5
Your job is to obey your Lord and show mercy, their job is to obey the Lord and stop willfully sinning.
Scripture Reference 3
Romans 2:4 NIV84
Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, tolerance and patience, not realizing that God's kindness leads you toward repentance?
Note 6
Healing comes when forgiveness is asked for, granted and amends are made.
The process of forgiving involves three steps:
1. Reveal your hurt to the right people.
Scripture Reference 4
Matthew 18:15 NIV84
“If your brother sins against you, go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over.
The process of forgiving involves three steps:
2. Release the offender
Scripture Reference 5
Matthew 18:21-22 NIV84
Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy‑seven times.
The process of forgiving involves three steps:
3. Replace it with God’s peace and grace
Scripture Reference 5
Colossians 3:15 NIV84
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
Scripture Reference 6
Psalm 103:12 NIV84
as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.
Scripture Reference 7
Romans 12:17-18 NIV84
Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone
Steps to Making Amends
1. Make a list of people the Holy Spirit shows you, you may have wronged.
Questions:
1. Any debts you haven’t repaid?
2. Any promises you have broken?
3. Anyone you’ve taken for granted?
4. Someone you have abused (verbally, physically, emotionally)
5. Have you lied to someone?
6. Have you slandered, criticized, gossiped…?
2. Seek out wisdom for the appropriate way to make amends.
Questions:
1. How would you want someone to make amends to you?
2. Have no expectations.
3. Will this possibly harm them and do more harm than good?
4. What is right attitude, timing, means (letter/call…) restitution?
Message by Pastor Terry Crawford
Covenant Church
Key Scripture Reference 1
Matthew 5:7 NIV84
Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
Key Scripture Reference 2
Matthew 5:9 NIV84
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.
Note 1
In verses 7 and 9 Jesus is showing us what the right choices are when it comes to relationships: Mercy and Peacemaking.
The Relationship Choice:
I will evaluate all of my relationships, offer forgiveness to those who have hurt me, and make amends for harm that I have done to others, except when to do so would harm them or others.
Note 2
Mercy and peacemaking stretch us and mold us to become more like Christ
Question
So what does mercy and peacemaking look like?
Note 3
Mercy is the action of doing something kind to someone who hasn’t earned the kindness or doesn’t even deserve the kindness.
Question
How has that anger and resentment worked for you so far?
Note 4
How am I going to make sure they don’t do it again? You don’t
Note 5
Your job is to obey your Lord and show mercy, their job is to obey the Lord and stop willfully sinning.
Scripture Reference 3
Romans 2:4 NIV84
Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, tolerance and patience, not realizing that God's kindness leads you toward repentance?
Note 6
Healing comes when forgiveness is asked for, granted and amends are made.
The process of forgiving involves three steps:
1. Reveal your hurt to the right people.
Scripture Reference 4
Matthew 18:15 NIV84
“If your brother sins against you, go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over.
The process of forgiving involves three steps:
2. Release the offender
Scripture Reference 5
Matthew 18:21-22 NIV84
Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy‑seven times.
The process of forgiving involves three steps:
3. Replace it with God’s peace and grace
Scripture Reference 5
Colossians 3:15 NIV84
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
Scripture Reference 6
Psalm 103:12 NIV84
as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.
Scripture Reference 7
Romans 12:17-18 NIV84
Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone
Steps to Making Amends
1. Make a list of people the Holy Spirit shows you, you may have wronged.
Questions:
1. Any debts you haven’t repaid?
2. Any promises you have broken?
3. Anyone you’ve taken for granted?
4. Someone you have abused (verbally, physically, emotionally)
5. Have you lied to someone?
6. Have you slandered, criticized, gossiped…?
2. Seek out wisdom for the appropriate way to make amends.
Questions:
1. How would you want someone to make amends to you?
2. Have no expectations.
3. Will this possibly harm them and do more harm than good?
4. What is right attitude, timing, means (letter/call…) restitution?
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Life's Healing Choices - Week 5
The Transformation Choice
Message by Pastor Terry Crawford
Covenant Church
Key Scripture Reference
Matthew 5:6 NIV84
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
Note 1
In choosing righteousness, we are also choosing not to hunger and thirst for unrighteousness. Only righteousness brings fulfillment and happiness
Scripture Reference 1
Romans 12:1-2 NIV84
Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God–this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is–his good, pleasing and perfect will.
Note 2
TRANSFORMATION CHOICE:
Voluntarily submit to every change God wants to make in my life and humbly ask him to remove my character defects.
Note 3
Change is not painless. Going from single to married takes adjustment and dying to ourselves. Giving birth to new life means going through labor and delivery. Growing pains from puberty to adulthood leave emotional scars and baggage. Removing cancer to get to health is painful and there has to be a recovery period.
Scripture Reference 2
Genesis 32:11 NIV84
Save me, I pray, from the hand of my brother Esau, for I am afraid he will come and attack me, and also the mothers with their children.
Scripture Reference 3
Genesis 32:24-31 NIV84
So Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him till daybreak. When the man saw that he could not overpower him, he touched the socket of Jacob's hip so that his hip was wrenched as he wrestled with the man. Then the man said, “Let me go, for it is daybreak.” But Jacob replied, “I will not let you go unless you bless me.” The man asked him, “What is your name?” “Jacob,” he answered. Then the man said, “Your name will no longer be Jacob, but Israel, because you have struggled with God and with men and have overcome.” Jacob said, “Please tell me your name.” But he replied, “Why do you ask my name?” Then he blessed him there. So Jacob called the place Peniel, saying, “It is because I saw God face to face, and yet my life was spared.” The sun rose above him as he passed Peniel, and he was limping because of his hip.
Note 4
As we passionately, actively hunger and thirst for righteousness, as we wrestle with God and hold on with perseverance, even through the pain of change, God transforms us from trespasser, claim jumper, enemy, lost to sons and daughters.
We have a new name (God Rules / Prince of God) and a new walk.
Prayer
Prayer: Have you made the Transformation Choice? Do you hunger and thirst for righteousness or are you still filling yourself with ho ho’s and no no’s? Are you wrestling with God, holding onto him with all your might? Have you asked him to make the changes He wants to make in your life?
Message by Pastor Terry Crawford
Covenant Church
Key Scripture Reference
Matthew 5:6 NIV84
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
Note 1
In choosing righteousness, we are also choosing not to hunger and thirst for unrighteousness. Only righteousness brings fulfillment and happiness
Scripture Reference 1
Romans 12:1-2 NIV84
Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God–this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is–his good, pleasing and perfect will.
Note 2
TRANSFORMATION CHOICE:
Voluntarily submit to every change God wants to make in my life and humbly ask him to remove my character defects.
Note 3
Change is not painless. Going from single to married takes adjustment and dying to ourselves. Giving birth to new life means going through labor and delivery. Growing pains from puberty to adulthood leave emotional scars and baggage. Removing cancer to get to health is painful and there has to be a recovery period.
Scripture Reference 2
Genesis 32:11 NIV84
Save me, I pray, from the hand of my brother Esau, for I am afraid he will come and attack me, and also the mothers with their children.
Scripture Reference 3
Genesis 32:24-31 NIV84
So Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him till daybreak. When the man saw that he could not overpower him, he touched the socket of Jacob's hip so that his hip was wrenched as he wrestled with the man. Then the man said, “Let me go, for it is daybreak.” But Jacob replied, “I will not let you go unless you bless me.” The man asked him, “What is your name?” “Jacob,” he answered. Then the man said, “Your name will no longer be Jacob, but Israel, because you have struggled with God and with men and have overcome.” Jacob said, “Please tell me your name.” But he replied, “Why do you ask my name?” Then he blessed him there. So Jacob called the place Peniel, saying, “It is because I saw God face to face, and yet my life was spared.” The sun rose above him as he passed Peniel, and he was limping because of his hip.
Note 4
As we passionately, actively hunger and thirst for righteousness, as we wrestle with God and hold on with perseverance, even through the pain of change, God transforms us from trespasser, claim jumper, enemy, lost to sons and daughters.
We have a new name (God Rules / Prince of God) and a new walk.
Prayer
Prayer: Have you made the Transformation Choice? Do you hunger and thirst for righteousness or are you still filling yourself with ho ho’s and no no’s? Are you wrestling with God, holding onto him with all your might? Have you asked him to make the changes He wants to make in your life?
Pray for Japan
Please pray for those over in Japan. Pray for the provision of food, shelter, for those that lost family and friends.
I had family over in Japan at the time of the earthquake, but they are fine. They were some of the ones that got an evac out. The people of Japan real need our prayers, our help, and our support. Many of us are not able to travel over to help, but we can all pray and if you are able you can give financially, if so please go to BaptistGlobalResponse.com/new/giving.php
I had family over in Japan at the time of the earthquake, but they are fine. They were some of the ones that got an evac out. The people of Japan real need our prayers, our help, and our support. Many of us are not able to travel over to help, but we can all pray and if you are able you can give financially, if so please go to BaptistGlobalResponse.com/new/giving.php
Monday, March 14, 2011
Sigh
The only thing I can say today.
Before you read the next line take a big deep breath and release.
God loves me.
No matter how bad you are.
No matter how good you are.
No matter whether you are religious or not.
God love you.
Jesus loves you.
Before you read the next line take a big deep breath and release.
God loves me.
No matter how bad you are.
No matter how good you are.
No matter whether you are religious or not.
God love you.
Jesus loves you.
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Sunday, March 13, 2011
Life's Healing Choices - Week 4
Housecleaning Choice
Message by: Terry Crawford
Covenant Church
Note 1
The Housecleaning Choice: I openly examine and confess my faults to myself, to God and to someone I trust.
Scripture Reference 1
Matthew 5:8 NIV84
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
Scripture Reference 2
John 10:10 NIV84
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
Note 2
Jesus doesn't want me to be religious. He wants me to be real.
Scripture Reference 3
John 11:38-44 NIV84
Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance. “Take away the stone,” he said. “But, Lord,” said Martha, the sister of the dead man, “by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there four days.” Then Jesus said, “Did I not tell you that if you believed, you would see the glory of God?” So they took away the stone. Then Jesus looked up and said, “Father, I thank you that you have heard me. I knew that you always hear me, but I said this for the benefit of the people standing here, that they may believe that you sent me.” When he had said this, Jesus called in a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out!” The dead man came out, his hands and feet wrapped with strips of linen, and a cloth around his face. Jesus said to them, “Take off the grave clothes and let him go.”
Scripture Reference 4
John 8:36 NIV84
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.
Note 3
The basis for a pure heart is not how good you've been.
The basis for a pure heart is how good God is.
Question 1
Deep down inside, what does your heart want?
Do you want to see God in your life?
Scripture Reference 5
Psalm 139:1 CEV
You have looked deep into my heart, Lord , and you know all about me.
Scripture Reference 6
Romans 4:17 NIV84
As it is written: “I have made you a father of many nations.” He is our father in the sight of God, in whom he believed–the God who gives life to the dead and calls things that are not as though they were.
Scripture Reference 7
1 John 1:9 NIV84
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.
Note 4
Sin should drive you to God not away from Him.
Scripture Reference 8
Matthew 5:8 NIV84
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
Message by: Terry Crawford
Covenant Church
Note 1
The Housecleaning Choice: I openly examine and confess my faults to myself, to God and to someone I trust.
Scripture Reference 1
Matthew 5:8 NIV84
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
Scripture Reference 2
John 10:10 NIV84
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
Note 2
Jesus doesn't want me to be religious. He wants me to be real.
Scripture Reference 3
John 11:38-44 NIV84
Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance. “Take away the stone,” he said. “But, Lord,” said Martha, the sister of the dead man, “by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there four days.” Then Jesus said, “Did I not tell you that if you believed, you would see the glory of God?” So they took away the stone. Then Jesus looked up and said, “Father, I thank you that you have heard me. I knew that you always hear me, but I said this for the benefit of the people standing here, that they may believe that you sent me.” When he had said this, Jesus called in a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out!” The dead man came out, his hands and feet wrapped with strips of linen, and a cloth around his face. Jesus said to them, “Take off the grave clothes and let him go.”
Scripture Reference 4
John 8:36 NIV84
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.
Note 3
The basis for a pure heart is not how good you've been.
The basis for a pure heart is how good God is.
Question 1
Deep down inside, what does your heart want?
Do you want to see God in your life?
Scripture Reference 5
Psalm 139:1 CEV
You have looked deep into my heart, Lord , and you know all about me.
Scripture Reference 6
Romans 4:17 NIV84
As it is written: “I have made you a father of many nations.” He is our father in the sight of God, in whom he believed–the God who gives life to the dead and calls things that are not as though they were.
Scripture Reference 7
1 John 1:9 NIV84
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.
Note 4
Sin should drive you to God not away from Him.
Scripture Reference 8
Matthew 5:8 NIV84
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Vows and Oaths
1 Moses spoke to the heads of the tribes of the people of Israel, saying, "This is what the Lord has commanded. 2 If a man vows a vow to the Lord, or swears an oath to bind himself by a pledge, he shall not break his word. He shall do according to all that proceeds out of his mouth. (Numbers 30:1-2, ESV)
21 "If you make a vow to the Lord your God, you shall not delay fulfilling it, for the Lord your God will surely require it of you, and you will be guilty of sin.22 But if you refrain from vowing, you will not be guilty of sin.23 You shall be careful to do what has passed your lips, for you have voluntarily vowed to the Lord your God what you have promised with your mouth. (Deuteronomy 23:21-23, ESV)
The word "vow" comes from the Hebrew word "neder" (neh'-der)a promise (to God); also (concretely) a thing promised. Take notice to the meaning - concretely. Concrete takes a lot to break apart after it is cured. Making a vow to God binds you to Him for life. God does not take vows made to Him lightly, he will collect on His end. Jesus warned us of this as well.
33 "Again you have heard that it was said to those of old, 'You shall not swear falsely, but shall perform to the Lord what you have sworn.'34 But I say to you, Do not take an oath at all, either by heaven, for it is the throne of God,35 or by the earth, for it is his footstool, or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King.36 And do not take an oath by your head, for you cannot make one hair white or black.37 Let what you say be simply 'Yes' or 'No'; anything more than this comes from evil. (Matthew 5:33-37, ESV)
If someone asks you for help, just be honest. If you are not going to help them or do not have the time to help, do not lead them on.
Father God
Help us to be people of our words. Let us more imporantly, be people of your Word. Help us to speak in truth and honesty, let what we say be simply 'Yes' or 'No', so that we may refrain from sinning. We thank You Jesus for Your words and that Your words were the truth. That your vows and oaths to us will stand the test of time. May the rest of our day be blessed.
In Jesus Mighty Name,
Amen.
21 "If you make a vow to the Lord your God, you shall not delay fulfilling it, for the Lord your God will surely require it of you, and you will be guilty of sin.22 But if you refrain from vowing, you will not be guilty of sin.23 You shall be careful to do what has passed your lips, for you have voluntarily vowed to the Lord your God what you have promised with your mouth. (Deuteronomy 23:21-23, ESV)
The word "vow" comes from the Hebrew word "neder" (neh'-der)a promise (to God); also (concretely) a thing promised. Take notice to the meaning - concretely. Concrete takes a lot to break apart after it is cured. Making a vow to God binds you to Him for life. God does not take vows made to Him lightly, he will collect on His end. Jesus warned us of this as well.
33 "Again you have heard that it was said to those of old, 'You shall not swear falsely, but shall perform to the Lord what you have sworn.'34 But I say to you, Do not take an oath at all, either by heaven, for it is the throne of God,35 or by the earth, for it is his footstool, or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King.36 And do not take an oath by your head, for you cannot make one hair white or black.37 Let what you say be simply 'Yes' or 'No'; anything more than this comes from evil. (Matthew 5:33-37, ESV)
If someone asks you for help, just be honest. If you are not going to help them or do not have the time to help, do not lead them on.
Father God
Help us to be people of our words. Let us more imporantly, be people of your Word. Help us to speak in truth and honesty, let what we say be simply 'Yes' or 'No', so that we may refrain from sinning. We thank You Jesus for Your words and that Your words were the truth. That your vows and oaths to us will stand the test of time. May the rest of our day be blessed.
In Jesus Mighty Name,
Amen.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Love your Enemies
"But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. To one who strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also, and from one who takes away your cloak do not withhold your tunic either. (Luke 6:27-29 ESV)
One of the best ways we as Christians can help fight against terrorism is to love those who may one day become a terrorist. You never know who a person is or may become, but we should all try our best to be kind and loving to other groups of people. Jesus would and does love them, if you love them and teach them about God and who he truly is, you may help save their life, as well as many others. I know its not always easy to accept someone of a different background, but we should at least try. Many in the Muslim faith believe in being peaceful and not in violence, it is only the extremist groups that skew religion and faith that cause harm. Christians also have done this throughout history; we are not the judges over all mankind that title is left to Jesus.
“Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? How can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when all the time there is a plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye.
(Matthew 7:3-5, NIV)
Applying this verse to the above, I think that we should look at how we act as Christians, before we condemn and shun the people of other faiths. God created them just as much as he created us, but they were lead astray by false prophets, teachers, and leaders. I know that I need to apply this way of thinking more and more in my own life. There are times where I see a person, and Satan just attacks my mind and says they are bad, they could be a terrorist, and they don’t have the same morals. But Jesus says they are one of my created beings, love them, guide them back to my heart. Take the plank out of your eye, so that you may be able to see that they are not the enemy.
Jesus showed us to embrace those outside of cultural views in the story with the woman at the well and with the story of the Good Samaritan. Around the New Testament times (1) both Jewish and Samaritan religious leaders taught that it was wrong to have any contact with the opposite group, and neither was to enter each other's territories or even to speak to one another.
So for Jesus a Jew by birth to go through the land of the Samaritans, and then speak to a Samaritan and speak of Samaritans, would have outraged the Jewish leaders. But Jesus knew that all people were created in the image of God, by and through Him.
(1) Mark A. Powell, "Introduction the New Testament" 'Ch.01 The People of Palestine at the Time of Jesus', Baker Academic, 2009.
One of the best ways we as Christians can help fight against terrorism is to love those who may one day become a terrorist. You never know who a person is or may become, but we should all try our best to be kind and loving to other groups of people. Jesus would and does love them, if you love them and teach them about God and who he truly is, you may help save their life, as well as many others. I know its not always easy to accept someone of a different background, but we should at least try. Many in the Muslim faith believe in being peaceful and not in violence, it is only the extremist groups that skew religion and faith that cause harm. Christians also have done this throughout history; we are not the judges over all mankind that title is left to Jesus.
“Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? How can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when all the time there is a plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye.
(Matthew 7:3-5, NIV)
Applying this verse to the above, I think that we should look at how we act as Christians, before we condemn and shun the people of other faiths. God created them just as much as he created us, but they were lead astray by false prophets, teachers, and leaders. I know that I need to apply this way of thinking more and more in my own life. There are times where I see a person, and Satan just attacks my mind and says they are bad, they could be a terrorist, and they don’t have the same morals. But Jesus says they are one of my created beings, love them, guide them back to my heart. Take the plank out of your eye, so that you may be able to see that they are not the enemy.
Jesus showed us to embrace those outside of cultural views in the story with the woman at the well and with the story of the Good Samaritan. Around the New Testament times (1) both Jewish and Samaritan religious leaders taught that it was wrong to have any contact with the opposite group, and neither was to enter each other's territories or even to speak to one another.
So for Jesus a Jew by birth to go through the land of the Samaritans, and then speak to a Samaritan and speak of Samaritans, would have outraged the Jewish leaders. But Jesus knew that all people were created in the image of God, by and through Him.
(1) Mark A. Powell, "Introduction the New Testament" 'Ch.01 The People of Palestine at the Time of Jesus', Baker Academic, 2009.
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