Monthly Archives: February 2015

Following Jesus to Unexpected Places: Zaccheus’ House

Jesus was on His final approach to Jerusalem and He was passing through the city of Jericho. His fame by this point had already spread far and wide, but in addition to this just outside of Jericho he had just … Continue reading

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Following Jesus to unexpected places—Samaritans

“How did a pit stop for lunch in Sychar turn into an evangelistic harvest of despised Samaritans?” Continue reading

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Following Jesus to Unexpected Places: A Pharisee’s House

Of course on the one hand, Jesus might have been expected to enjoy the hospitality of religiously minded people. It seems like they would be natural friends and allies. On the other hand, almost anyone who knows much about the … Continue reading

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