Understanding God's Word

Bible Seeds: Jesus warns us in the book of Matthew, Chapter 12, Verse 25 "Any country that divides itself into groups which fight each other will be brought to desolation. And any town or family that divides itself into groups which fight each other will bring ruin to the town or to the family; they shall not stand.

Bible Seeds: Have you ever wondered if there is a God? One who is responsible for the creation of the universe and all living things. I will tell you why I believe there is a God!

Bible Seeds: What can we do to insure that our loved ones will never die when their time on this Earth is finished? We can encourage them to listen to the words of Jesus and help them to know what the bible says about our life in this world and what is waiting for us after we die.

Bible Seeds: Jesus said, "There will be more joy in heaven over one who gives up their life of sin and seeks God's ways than those who have been living faithfully in God." ( Luke: Chapter 15, Verses 11-32 )

Bible Seeds: Jesus asked the Scribes and Pharisees. "Which is easier to say to this paralyzed man, 'Your sins are forgiven', or to say, "Get up, pick up your mat and walk'.

Bible Seeds: Easy Salvation - No speaking in tongues, No being baptized with water, Just repent and believe!

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS How To Give and How to Pray (The Lord's Prayer) Jesus teaches the people the way God would have us pray, and the way God would have us give to others. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meaning of what He said. And Jesus asked them, "why are having trouble underst...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS Signs Revealing Christ's Return to Earth Jesus said, “Be on guard and don’t let anyone fool you. Many men will come attempting to impersonate me, saying ‘I am the Messiah!’, and they will fool many people. Jesus tells his disciples what signs will reveal his return to Earth to start his 1000 year reign as King of the world. You may be wondering, when did J...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS The Lost Sheep & The Lost Son (rejoicing for those who have given up their life of sin) There will be more joy in heaven over one who gives up their life of sin and seeks God's ways than those who have been living faithfully in God. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS The Coming Persecutions For The Believers ( and Jesus’ final words to them at the last supper ) Jesus sends his disciples to towns to preach the good news and tells them what to expect; who to be afraid of; and about the rewards that will be given to them. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS Lazarus And the Rich Man (about death and believing) A story about a poor beggar named Lazarus, who lived outside a rich man's house hoping to receive scraps of food from the rich man's table. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meaning of what He said. And Jesus a...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS The Meaning of the Cross (For the message about Christ’s death on the cross is nonsense to those who are being lost.) Jesus relates his cross to the bronze snake Moses made to heal the people bitten and dying from snake bites! More quotes by Jesus and Paul about the cross. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples wh...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS The Meaning of Easter (Three examples from Jesus) Three examples from Jesus about the real meaning of Easter: The Paralyzed Man - Jesus Brings Lazarus Back to Life - The Unbelief of Thomas. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meaning of what He said. And Jesus aske...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS The Last Supper - Jesus breaks some break and gives it to his disciples and says, “This is my body which is given for you. Every time you eat bread, think of me.” The events of preparing a room so Jesus and the Apostles could share a last supper together before his arrest, trial and crucifixion. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS [ Part 3] The Bread of Life (Bread nourishes of the body, the Word of God nourishes of the soul.) s said, “Man cannot live on bread alone, but needs every word that God speaks.” You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meaning of what He said. And Jesus asked them, "why...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES From Jeus Jesus Walks on The Water (Jesus said to Peter, “Why did you doubt?”) Jesus appears walking on the water to his disciples who are in a boat in the midst of a storm. He encourages Peter to walk on the water to him. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meaning of what H...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS [Part 1] Jesus Feeds 5000 Men (Not counting the women and children!) This is one of two times that Jesus fed large crowds. This story tells how he fed 5000 men, not counting the women or children - with 5 loaves of bread and 2 fish. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS Jesus Chooses the Apostles (from the many disciples who followed Him) How, where and who Jesus chose to be one of the 12 Apostles from the many disciples who followed him. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meaning of what He said. And Jesus asked them, "why are h...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS Jonah And the Whale (Jesus affirms the story of Jonah and the whale as a historic fact.) The Pharisees and the teachers of the law ask Jesus for a miracle. He tells them none shall be given to them except the sign of Jonah. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meani...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS Jesus And the Sabbath (The day of rest) Jesus establishes a rule for the Sabbath: “The Sabbath was made for the good of man; man was not made for the Sabbath” You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meaning of what He said. And Jesus asked them, "why are having trouble...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS The Good Samaritan (Love the LORD, your GOD and love your neighbor) A teacher of the law asks Jesus to define 'Who Is Your Neighbor' in Jesus' teaching. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meaning of what He said. And Jesus asked them, "why are having trouble under...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES From Jeus The Greatest Commandment (about love) Jesus tells the people that 'all the laws that have been given to you by Moses and the Prophets are based on these two commands. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meaning of what He said. And Jesus asked them, "why are having...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS Jesus And the Devil, (Satan) Jesus tells the teachers of the law, the people and his disciples the truth about the Devil and evil spirits. He also tells them that whoever says something against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven! You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain t...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS The Un-believing Towns Jesus said, “God will show more mercy to the people of Tyre, Sidon and Sodom than you!" The people who lived in the towns where Jesus performed most of his miracles did not turn away from their sins. You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meanin...

PARAPHRASED QUOTES AND STORIES FROM JESUS The Ten Lepers (One in ten) Jesus shows us that only one out of ten people in this world believes and gives thanks to God for anything good in their lives. Where are you on this list? You may be wondering, when did Jesus paraphrase his own words? There are examples where the disciples asked Jesus to explain the meaning of what He said. And Jesus asked them...