How can the message of Jesus transform even the hardest of hearts? In this inspiring video, AWR invites you to join their mission to share the love of Christ with the world. Witness the incredible power of faith as they take the gospel from broadcast to baptism, changing lives in the process. What can you do to support this vital work? Hit that like button and subscribe to learn more! #HeartChange #ReachingTheWorld #TransformingLives #awr #adventistworldradio Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcKCa1zemDI #short Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iw0Y7atsLuY
Editor de Adventist Today Latinoamerica participó en evento anticorrupción de Transparencia Internacional Panamá
El 10 de diciembre de 2024, se realizó el Evento Anual de la Fundación Libertad Ciudadana, capítulo panameño de Transparencia Internacional, en el Hotel Sheraton de la Ciudad de Panamá. Diferentes expertos anticorrupción se dieron cita para abordar los problemas y el impacto de la corrupción en los nombramientos poco transparentes. Daniel Mora, editor de Adventist […] Source: https://atoday.org/editor-de-adventist-today-latinoamerica-participo-en-evento-anticorrupcion-de-transparencia-internacional-panama/
How 246 Lives Were Changed in Mindoro
What happens when lives are transformed by faith? In this video, we celebrate the success of an evangelistic series led by former rebels on Mindoro. Discover the emotional moments as they cry out in gratitude and lead 246 individuals to baptism. Join us in reflecting on the incredible power of redemption and the love of God. Subscribe for more uplifting content! #FaithTransformation #Baptism #Evangelism #awr #adventistworldradio Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcKCa1zemDI #short Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NRybc0QxXY
How AWR Inspired 1,400 Baptisms
Join us as we explore how AWR's broadcasts inspired a spiritual awakening among former rebels, leading to a mass baptism on the island. Over 1,400 individuals dedicated their lives to God, becoming new members and disciples. How can one message change so many lives? Watch this inspiring story and leave your thoughts in the comments. Subscribe for more stories of faith and hope! #RebelsToBelievers #MiracleStories #SpiritualJourney #awr #adventistworldradio #short Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfTvkk-4lG8
Monday: Behold the Man!
Daily Lesson for Monday 16th of December 2024
Read John 18:38-40; John 19:1-5. How did Pilate try to persuade the people to ask for Jesus’ release?
Pilate did not wait for an answer from Jesus concerning truth. Instead, he went back out to try to persuade the people. By dialoguing with them instead of just letting Jesus go free, Pilate placed himself at a disadvantage. The religious leaders recognized that they could manipulate the governor through the crowd.
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Pilate refers to a custom of letting a prisoner go free at the time of Passover and asks if the people want him to release “the King of the Jews.” Surprisingly, and quite ironically, the people ask for the release of a brigand named Barabbas rather than the innocent Jesus.
Now begins the mockery and shaming of Jesus. The Roman soldiers plait a crown of thorns, put a purple robe on Him, and keep coming up and mockingly hailing Him as King of the Jews. This type of greeting by soldiers would be similar to the way they greeted the emperor, but here it was done in mockery.
By playing on the pity of the people, Pilate seems to be seeking some way to release Jesus. He brings Jesus out wearing the crown of thorns and purple robe. The scene, uncommented on by John, displays Jesus in mock kingly garb, with the governor calling on the people to “ ‘Behold the man!’ ” (John 19:5, ESV). This reminds the reader of John the Baptist’s words in John 1:29, ESV, “ ‘Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!’ ” It is ironic that the pagan governor presents the Messiah in this kingly attire before Israel.
However, as John 19:6-16 shows, the mob calls for Jesus’ crucifixion, based on His claim to be the Son of God. This frightens Pilate, who seeks all the more to arrange Jesus’ release. But the leaders seal Jesus’ fate by claiming that to release Him is to oppose Caesar. They know that Pilate’s loyalty to Caesar would mean he could not release someone claiming the same role. The leaders say they have no king but Caesar. Thus, their deep hatred of Jesus was greater than their national aspirations. To rid themselves of this Jesus, they were willing to sacrifice claims to national autonomy.
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How scary—a pagan ruler wants to release Jesus while the spiritual leaders of the nation, who should have recognized Him, wanted Him crucified instead! What lessons can we take from this for ourselves? |
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