Grietje Commelin 
In the Bible, we read a lot about disciples. And apparently, this is not just a historical phenomenon, for when Jesus leaves His disciples He tells them to “make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19). So, what does … Lees meer
“Now Jesus stood before the governor, and the governor asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” Jesus said, “You have said so.””Matthew 27:11 Jesus has been announcing the Kingdom of God. Many people hoped that He would expel the Romans and restore political freedom. But Jesus explained that his Kingdom is first of … Lees meer
“He fell on his face and prayed, saying, ‘My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will.’”Matthew 26:39 Jesus is suffering. He knows that He will soon be arrested, mocked and crucified. This outlook makes him “very sorrowful, even to death”. He knows … Lees meer
“Jesus said to them, ‘You will all fall away because of me this night.’” Matthew 26:31 Jesus was a popular teacher and healer. Huge crowds of people had followed him. The religious leaders even complained: “Look, the world has gone after him”! (John 12:19). But when Jesus’ hour of suffering had come, the crowds were … Lees meer
Many people nowadays speak about “quality of life”. What is meant by this word? And does the Bible agree with today’s common view? A definition Let’s start by consulting the Encyclopaedia Britannica to see what “quality of life” means. This encyclopaedia states: “Quality of life, the degree to which an individual is healthy, comfortable, and … Lees meer
“You know that after two days the Passover is coming, and the Son of Man will be delivered up to be crucified.”(Matthew 26:2) Many churches around the world prepare for the greatest Christian feast: Easter. They celebrate that Jesus suffered, died and rose again. They remember what happened to Jesus, and they reflect on the … Lees meer
“Who executes justice for the oppressed, who gives food to the hungry. (…) The LORD watches over the sojourners; he upholds the widow and the fatherless.”Psalm 146:7-9 God is a God of mercy. Especially towards people who are vulnerable. In the Bible, we read about multiple commandments for society to take care of sojourners, widows … Lees meer
“Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever.”Psalm 136:1 The Lord is good. People who have served him all of their life, confess: “You are good and do good” (Psalm 119:68). They even encourage us to experience this ourselves: “Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good!” … Lees meer
“The LORD is king forever and ever.”Psalm 10:16 God has created the world, and therefore he is its King. In Psalm 47, people sing “loud songs of joy”, for “God reigns over the nations; God sits on his holy throne”. He is worthy of all praise. As a King, the Lord protects his people against … Lees meer