When Jesus returned to Bethany before the final Passover, His friends there gave Him a banquet Lazarus was among those at table with Him ( John 12:1-8 Mark 14:3). His resuscitation after being dead four days caused many Jews to believe in Jesus ( 11:45), but caused the Sanhedrin to agree to put Jesus to death ( 11:47-53). He appears in the Gospel story, not for any shining qualities of character, but solely because of Christ’s miracle restoring him to life and the impact that the restoration produced. While the characters of Martha and Mary are distinctly drawn, nothing is known of the character and temper of Lazarus. Jesus called Lazarus “our friend” ( 11:11), indicating his friendship with the twelve disciples. ![]() His love for all three was well known ( John 11:5, 36) to that love the sisters appealed in informing Jesus of Lazarus’ sickness ( 11:3). He was entertained in their home more than once, prob. Jesus was a close friend of the Bethany household. His home was in Bethany near Jerusalem ( 11:1, 30 12:1), located SE of the Mount of Olives. Although the name was common among the Jews, he is the only historical personage in the NT bearing the name. Friend of Jesus, whom He raised from death brother of Martha and Mary. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Salem Web Network and Salem Media Group.LAZARUS OF BETHANY lăz’ ə rus ( Λάζαρος, G3276, abbreviated form of Heb. Keep in mind, each of these words requires faith. If you don't know what your word is, today might be a great day for you to hear some of the things that we are promised in Christ that you in faith can claim for yourself for 2024. Have you ever chosen a word for the year? Whether you pick a word each year or never have before, I think this episode will help you order your life in the year to come. ![]() LISTEN: Let Our Bible Study Expert Help You Start the New Year Right! Connect with her at her and on Twitter and Facebook. She loves to encourage new writers and readers who have moved. Married to her literary muse, John, they have four children and eight grandchildren in North Carolina. She speaks to women’s groups such as Mothers of Preschoolers. Currently, she working on a sequel to her first novel and keeping up with her blog. Carol has penned 500 articles, two books, Changing Zip Codes, and the award-winning debut novel, Lake Surrender, (inspired by her work with autistic students). Jesus said to them, "Unbind him, and let him go." ( John 11:38-44)Ĭarol Stratton is a novelist, reporter, and freelancer. I knew that you always hear me, but I said this on account of the people standing around, that they may believe that you sent me." When he had said these things, he cried out with a loud voice, "Lazarus, come out." The man who had died came out, his hands and feet bound with linen strips, and his face wrapped with a cloth. ![]() And Jesus lifted up his eyes and said, "Father, I thank you that you have heard me. Jesus said, "Take away the stone." Martha, the sister of the dead man, said to him, "Lord, by this time there will be an odor, for he has been dead four days." Jesus said to her, "Did I not tell you that if you believed you would see the glory of God?" It was a cave, and a stone lay against it. "Then Jesus, deeply moved again, came to the tomb. ![]() Jesus chose Lazarus to demonstrate His power as he foreshadowed what would happen to Himself on Easter. Then after Jesus grieved, He went to the tomb and called to his dead friend, “Lazarus, come out.” Immediately Lazarus appeared out of the tomb.
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