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Crushed, But Not That Way

June 29, 2022Mike Leake

An angel, we’ll call him Clarence because that’s what you’re supposed to name angels, descends from heaven and lets you know that in your future you will be crushed to death. But you are being given an option as to… Continue Reading →

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On Fasting and Fences

June 6, 2022Mike Leake

The most heated arguments usually come from those with whom you are closest ideologically. This may come as a surprise but this is part of what was happening with Jesus and the Pharisees. Of all the religious groups in the… Continue Reading →

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How Do You Know He is a King?

February 14, 2022Mike Leake

There is an illustration from Monty Python that I’ve always wanted to use but I’ve shied away from, until today. It’s a throw away line from one of the more famous scenes. The Cart Master—wheeling his cart of dead bodies… Continue Reading →

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Was Jesus Moved to Heal the Leper By Anger or Compassion

February 1, 2022Mike Leake

One of my favorite Greek words is splagchnizomai. It sounds like something you’d order in an Italian restaurant. But in reality it’s more like what happens after you eat Taco Bell—it means to be moved in the bowels. All kidding… Continue Reading →

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