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Lazarus raised from the dead
Lazarus raised from the dead








The contrast between death and life would be stunning. Those who were understandably appalled by Lazarus’ death would be joyously euphoric at his resurrection. Jesus was preparing to draw these mourners from the depths of grief to the heights of bliss. Jesus wanted the reality and tragedy of physical death to sink deeply into the consciousness of Martha, Mary, the consoling crowds and his bewildered disciples. Jesus himself had lingered intentionally before rescuing Lazarus from the dead at Bethany. The Jewish leaders understood with ironic perceptiveness that the gift of life, both bodily life and spiritual life, was central to the message of Jesus Christ. John writes tersely, “So from that day on they planned to kill him.” Alarmed by this double threat to their leadership, the Pharisees and the Sadducees conspired in their treachery. The Jewish bosses were also upset that news of Jesus’ popularity might reach the ears of the Roman authorities and upset the political as well as the religious status quo. The religious leaders were angered that Jesus was attracting larger crowds who reveled in his actions and were persuaded by his sermons. Rather, it was the calling of Lazarus back to life that truly pushed the Jewish elite towards frustration, consternation and murder. Still, it was not Jesus’ alleged disregard for the Sabbath nor his presumptuous compassion toward sinners that sent the religious leaders into a frenzy. The charge of blasphemy came readily to the lips of Jesus’ antagonists. This ready forgiveness did not sit well with either the Scribes or the Sadducees. Jesus nonetheless forgave the sins of the many who approached as readily as he healed their limbs, opened their eyes and unsealed their ears.

lazarus raised from the dead

The forgiveness of sins was indeed a divine prerogative. “Who has forgiven sins except God alone?” the Jewish leaders argued among themselves. Jesus also riled the religious leaders of his day by the ease with which he forgave sins. Yes, the Sabbath was important, but the Son of God who became man was even more important. But he knew also that he had to declare himself above even this perennial sign of the ancient covenant with Moses. He knew how much the Jews respected the Lord’s day, and indeed he also religiously observed the Sabbath. “The Son of Man is Lord even of the Sabbath,” Jesus forcefully reminded the Scribes and Pharisees of his day. Previously, the religious leaders were profoundly disturbed that Jesus Christ had exalted himself above the Sabbath. Glue on the finished figure to the main image.The resurrection of Lazarus by Jesus Christ was the straw that broke the camel’s back.When dry cut of any excess napkin or paper towel.

lazarus raised from the dead

Glue strips of napkin or paper towel pieces to the figure, until completely covered at different angles.For He does not afflict willingly or grieve the sons of men.” Lamentations 3:32-33 “For if He causes grief, then He will have compassion according to His abundant loving-kindness. We should also learn to be thankful for these hard situations because many times this is when we learn and grow. But He does this so we can learn to depend on Him to put our faith and trust in Him. Their suffering was necessary so that they could learn that they could completely trust in Jesus. So that they could see who Jesus truly was and so that He and the Father would be glorified. But Jesus used this opportunity so that the faith of His disciples and Mary and Martha could be strengthened. Mary and Martha went through the lose of their brother.










Lazarus raised from the dead