Tag Archives: sin

This man welcomes sinners and eats with them!

Posted on April 8, 2025 by Pastor Foley

The titles of the three parables in Luke 15 are usually listed in study Bibles as “The Parable of the Lost Sheep”, “The Parable of the Lost Coin”, and “The Parable of the Prodigal Son”. These titles focus our attention … Continue reading →

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Why Did Jesus Love the Prostitutes and the Tax Collectors?

Posted on October 14, 2017 by Editor

To watch other Voice of the Martyrs videos, visit the Voice of the Martyrs Video Page!   Matthew 21:23-32 You’ve done it again. After an intense bout with temptation, you’ve surrendered. You’ve eaten that extra slice of cake. You’ve stretched your … Continue reading →

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Why was it Necessary for Jesus to be Baptized?

Posted on January 20, 2017 by Editor

Matthew 3:13-17 Jesus tells John that his baptism is necessary to fulfill all righteousness. But what does Jesus mean by all righteousness? In the Bible, righteousness is all about setting things right—that is, fixing something that is broken. But what … Continue reading →

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