Recognizing Greatness
Jesus is there in the stillness and
Noisiness of life
He is the power of our existence
In Him, we move and
In Him, we have our existence
Jesus of Nazareth’s Greatness is from generation to generation
Jesus cares
Jesus prepares the Way in our lives
Because He is the Way
The Lord is Good and Loving and
He stays the course with His children
He hears our prayers and answers them.
Recognizing Greatness
Jesus is there in the stillness and
Noisiness of life
Mark Frank
Copyright 2024
Take the Step and Believe
Kingdom Faith acts on God’s WORD
The KING has DECREED and we can enforce it
Kingdom Faith is a relief, not a risk
Kingdom Faith is a gift in time to take us to our prime
The Kingdom of God is a Present Reality
Kingdom Faith pleads but never argues, therefore
It is a privilege to be a CITIZEN of the Kingdom of God
It is a privilege to know Jesus of Nazareth
It is a privilege to partner with the Kingdom of God
Kingdom Faith ADVANCES, Kingdom Faith SAVES
Kingdom Faith destroys the concept of religion!
As Kingdom citizens, we place our FAITH in GOD the FATHER
God the FATHER is UNSTOPPABLE; His Plan Moves Forward
His Kingdom is unshakeable; kingdom faith is inevitable
Kingdom Faith is a relief, not a risk
The FATHER sent ANOTHER KINGDOM
He sent ANOTHER GOVERNMENT for our lives.
“I am watching over My Word to Perform it” (Jer. 1:12)
Mark Frank
Copyright 2024
Acts 10:38, 40, 42-44 NIV?
[38] how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power, and how he went around doing good and healing all who were under the power of the devil, because God was with him.
[40] but God raised him from the dead on the third day and caused him to be seen.
[42] He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that he is the one whom God appointed as judge of the living and the dead. [43] All the prophets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name.” [44] While Peter was still speaking these words, the Holy Spirit came on all who heard the message.
?Galatians 3:2, 5 NIV?
[2] I would like to learn just one thing from you: Did you receive the Spirit by the works of the law, or by believing what you heard?
[5] So again I ask, does God give you his Spirit and work miracles among you by the works of the law, or by your believing what you heard?
Prophecies spoken, Jesus is the Art of Perfection
History cannot forget the resurrection
The Cross of Resurrection needs close inspection
The Bible reveals that this matter is certainly not inconsequential
Based on our faith, Calvary made the resurrection inevitable
You cannot kill something when the Spoken Word is Alive Forever!
The death of Jesus is unique because of His Resurrection
No other leader came back from the dead and
We live our lives in His Resurrection Power
The tomb was empty
The absence of Jesus’ body
Presented His enemies with a problem!
No corpse could be found
Jesus of Nazareth rose from the Dead
The Resurrection makes all the difference in our lives
Jesus atoned for our sins on the Cross!
Many thought that He would remain in the Tomb
Many thought that His Name would just pass by but
God raised Him from the grave and therefore
History cannot forget the resurrection
We thank God the Father that He will raise up the saints
Because the Resurrection makes all the Difference
Mark Frank
Copyright ©2023 Mark Frank
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As a person trained in Bible and soft sciences, it is necessary - at the risk of disagreeing agreeably - to proclaim Jesus of Nazareth was a real person if one accepts the Bible. Sadly, since Jesus was crucified about 33 AD or C.E., at least 40 messiahs or CHRISTS were accepted by Jewish groups. One Moses of Cyprus led "believers" to drown. More are familiar with Bar Kokbah's false Messianic game. Without the Old Testament & New (both) to guide us, we pretend we ARE the AUTHORITY on Jesus of Nazareth. Christ is a title, "the Anointed One." Hindus like Yogananda taught Christ Consciousness without Scripture. Many false Yoganandas are around today. Watch, pray, READ the Bible yourself. Please (not easy). Or fall for ear-tickling fancies sooner or later. Without the Bible, I am no Jesus disciple.
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He is always near
And to some, most dear
Angels declare:
Do not fear
He will be here
But first clear
The ego, your air
Jesus is no fortune clair*
NOTE: * poetic license for clairvoyant.
Pilate said, "What is truth?
Barrabas was spared, they want you dead,
so of your blood I wash my hands."
Jesus of Nazareth King of the Jews.
No! He only said he was the chief priests wailed.
"What I have written I have written," Pilate said.
The centurion said, "Certainly this was a righteous man,"
as the sky turned dark and the earthquake rumbled.
Jesus of Nazareth died on the cross.
In the temple the veil was rent from top to bottom.
Rocks split and graves were opened.
"Truly this man was the Son of God," the centurion said.
The angel said, "Why do you seek the living among the dead?
He isn't here for he has risen."
Jesus of Nazareth The Savior of Man.
Messiah! High Priest forever to make intercession.
"Go tell your brethren that he is risen from the dead," the angel said.
Jesus said, "Go into the world and teach all nations
preaching the Gospel to every creature, blessed is he that believes."
Jesus of Nazareth the deliverer from Zion.
I see the Son of man standing on the right hand of God.
"If I go I will come again that where I am you may be," Jesus said.
In this current pandemic bout
afflicted hearts in pain do shout
though in vain, masks hide grievous pout
they hope to win from virus’ clout.
With many variants that do sprout
come varied vaccines’ “What about?”
oh, faith in GOD is my sure route
HIM I trust against fear and doubt.
Clinging to CHRIST for blessings’ spout
truth of good health over fake tout
wellness reigns against ailment snout
healing* as Covid pest dies out.
In our tea fellowship’s hangout
prayer time is divine workout
while HOLY SPIRIT does scout
enabling every soul devout.
Miracles midst spiritual grout
I expect from the Lord all throughout
drawing close to HIM though lies flout
from social distancing’s care-drought.
*Acts 10:38 …God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.
August 16, 2021
3rd place, "Frankenstein tea party 2021" Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Joe Maverick; judged on 9/26/2021.
All those years ago, we did many strange things,
but only what our programmed memory brings;
no one may ever know, that's all in the past,
sometimes we wonder, how long will deceit last.
Only God saw every event that included you,
of course, that doesn't matter what I may do;
someone's lying, who are we to really believe,
the answers, twisted, may be difficult to conceive.
I can only think of myself not being very good,
just imagine a knock on the door if you could:
'Are you Jesus of Nazareth, The King of The Jews?'
'We believe you were abused, so it said in the news.'
'Yes, I was, but then I forgave all of mankind,
you should know, I was the nicest man you'll ever find.'
Miracles are God’s specialties indeed
showing His omnipotence of love might
bounty so gracious, healing that’s precious
sure pardon; thus, soul from damnation freed.
Devoid of abracadabra magic
Almighty power reigns midst grace to breed
proving the Lord’s triumph over evil
midst wondrous peace --- hatred cannot exceed
while faith grows, trusting Scriptures, truly right
healing that’s precious, bounty so gracious
miracles* happen, divinely decreed.
*Acts 2:22 … Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you, as ye yourselves also know. Hebrews 2:4 God also bearing them witness, both with signs and wonders, and with divers miracles, and gifts of the Holy Ghost, according to his own will.
April 7, 2021
1st place, "Abracadabra March Magic" Rhyme Poetry Contest
Sponsored by William Kekaula; judged on 4/15/2021.
"Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews."
By: Miracle man
3-27-2020
Up Golgotha’s hill Jesus carried a cross,
to take upon himself all of mankind’s dross.
Thereby to be hung between two convicted thieves,
each Easter we hear the story His death leaves.
But this isn't where Jesus' story would stop,
the soldiers affixed a sign to the cross’ top.
Saying "Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews,"
He willingly was paying all mankind's dues.
Among themselves, His garments, then we're parted,
and each Easter, Christians celebrate, brokenhearted.
Lots were cast by soldiers, for his seamless robe,
now this occasion is remembered around the globe.
NOT W.I.P.
By: Tom Wright
9/2/98
Jesus of Nazareth, who was a carpenter’s son,
Hung on the cross with His Life on earth done.
The rebuilding business He continues today,
Rebuilding lives if sincerely we pray.
When He rebuilds a life no signs will you find,
Stating, " work in process, " or schedule behind.
No bad weather delays, for the Son always shines
And in God's, realm just your word is what binds.
No mortgage financing will you need to arrange,
You’ll see instead, a sudden and complete change.
No need for sweat equity, no payments to start,
But in faith believing, you just give Him your heart.
Hard To Recognize
America's face, battered ...
Freedom's image, shattered.
Feeding Frenzy Fodder
Foundations of Democracy,
Shredded with hypocrisy.
Party Over People
Lady Liberty's fears,
Weeping rusty tears.
Truth Will Out
Veracity's tempest blows ...
Treachery's warmth, expose.
Martin Luther King, Jr
Simply shaking hands ...
Shook humanity's lands.
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
Pauper's sole directive ...
Brotherly love's perspective.
Jesus Of Nazareth
Red phrases spoken,
Old covenants broken.
Jesus, Gandhi, MLK, Jr
Simple doctrines - LOVE ...
Humanity's grace, thereof.
Still, Hope Remains
Trustworthy faith's unshakable,
Love, steadfast ... unbreakable.
Our Lasting Legacy
Humanity must embrace,
Single ... HUMAN race.
FACE The Truth
The answer's clearer,
In ... that ... MIRROR.
(I Must Apologize
Forgive me, critically,
I strayed ... politically).
~ 4th Place ~ in the "Six-Word Couplet Series" Poetry Contest
Mark Toney, Judge & Sponsor.
every time loved ones cannot visit or call
try yet again to read The Book of Pslams, or just one -
then write psalms to Jesus; He is always on callevery question, every situation, any human fear
has been posed by our kind, *Salvation for daughter and son -
before a God who is as loving as He is Holy, Holy, Holy Ruler
every time I open His Word, I hear His recorded Voice
to receive an "On-Time" message without exception - Glory to Spirit and Son -
reminders to rest, plus a hint to trust Provision, as in the Wilderness@
(c)Deo, A.
NOTES:
* "salvation" in Hebrew is YaSHUA, sometimes "Yeshua" which is none other than our Greek rendering of JESUS of Nazareth. "Jesus" is Greek for Joshua & Yeshua, literally "God is Salvation."
@ "Wilderness" is the recorded experience of Jews escaping Egypt in the Old Testament, but because of unbelief, they reached "Israel" only after 40 years "lost" in the desert. As a metaphor, it is a journey to "home." Through 40 years, neither shoes, nor clothes, nor food ran out, for Moses was faithful.
In the early dawn,
first day of the week ...
Rising of the sun
Was a day unlike any other
that has ever been,
or will ever come
It was the third day
since they buried
Jesus of Nazareth
All the faithful women said
someone rolled the stone away,
and took their Lord’s body
But two holy angels told them,
Fear not, fear not:
for the Christ has arisen
Savior of all mankind
has rose from the dead
Morning Star now forever shines
Resurrection
on the third day
Messiah has risen from the grave
Resurrection
on the third day
Jesus Christ has cast our sins away
The first day
is the third day ...
With His shed blood, our sins got paid
The third day
is the first day ...
Eternal life is now just a prayer away
Come see the bright dawn,
first day of forever —
Rising of the Son
This is the King of the Jews,
The inscription proclaimed to all
Who passed by the cross on Golgotha’s hill.
Pilate could not have known that day
That the words he had inscribed there
Were the TRUTH to mankind revealed.
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