Although it was not in season, Jesus was so disappointed that a fig tree was fruitless that He cursed it and it withered the next day. Was it reasonable for Jesus to do this? This Sunday, Rev. Jeremiah Cheung explores how Jesus connected the fig tree to the purpose of the Temple and how this connection also relates to the role of the church in fulfilling God’s mission.
Jesus cursed and withered a fig tree because it was fruitless. Do we not deserve a similar fate when we fail to bear fruit for God’s kingdom? This Sunday, Pastor Nathan Tee reminds us that it is God’s will for us to bear fruit for Him. Let us persevere in serving Him for His grace is present and His promise remains steadfast through faith.
Hindi ang dami ng gawain sa Templo ang ikinagalit ni Hesus, kundi ang kakulangan ng tunay na pagpapahalaga sa pananalangin. Ngayong Linggo, hinihikayat tayo ni Ptr. Joseph Ouano na masusing suriin ang ating mga gawi sa pagsamba at talikuran ang anumang mababaw na pagpapakita na sa panlabas ay maaaring mukhang masigla, ngunit sa loob ay walang laman at hindi namumunga.
Consider the contrast when Jesus’ rode into Jerusalem: here is a King making a triumphant entrance into Israel’s most important city, yet He is riding on a donkey. This Sunday, Rev. Jeremiah Cheung explores the dual identity of Jesus as reflected in His entry, revealing Him as both Messiah and King.
