![]() Thus, it falls to us to inquire about this man. God chooses the Sanhedrin to safeguard and, interpret the laws of Moses, for all the children of Abraham. Instead, Caiaphas responded, Joseph, is ever- prudent and slow to condemn, anyone who seems to speak of God. He wanted to say, I expected you to say this Joseph. The chief priest responded to Joseph with an indulgent smile. Our laws make it plain that no one may be judged guilty, without a fair hearing, and having at least two witnesses. Joseph began, Your Excellency, of course, we should inquire into the actions of this man but we should not judge him without careful consideration. This was the most well- respected council of religious leaders in Judea and Palestine. It was his scholarship, and beliefs, which earned him a seat on the Sanhedrin. His actions and attitudes always reflected, kindness, wisdom, and an unfailing adherence, to the laws of God. He was also a man of deep religious beliefs known for honesty, and a learned, teacher of the law. To those who knew him better he was a noted merchant, who achieved great wealth through his business acumen. To some in the chamber, Joseph appeared to be a man of contrasts. ![]() Some of the more aged men nodded in silent assent.Īt the rear of the assembly, a middle aged, man named Joseph rose to speak. There were rumbles of assent among the Pharisees, and the Scribes. He should stand here so we may determine by what authority, he preaches to the people. Maybe, we should send the temple guards to arrest him, and bring him to us. He claims to be speaking of repentance from sins for those he baptizes. A man, preaching, and baptizing, in the Jordan River. ![]() Brothers, we are continually hearing the people speaking, about a new prophet. The chief priest Caiaphas rose to address the assembled men. These men ranged in age from middle years, to some, who were aged and gray, with long flowing beards. ![]() The assembly chamber of the Sanhedrin was filled with bearded men. A Voice in the DesertĪ voice calls out in the wilderness, repent These words are the prologue of the journey you are about to take into the world we call history. They were uncovered after they were first written, two thousand years, ago. Texts found in a sealed jar in a cave, in Bethany. These are a few of the words, taken from the Lazarus scrolls. The river where I first saw Jesus, and heard the voice of God coming from a clear sky amid peals of thunder." Thus, I shall begin, my testimony at the River Jordan. Saul, the man, who went from persecutor to become the great teacher of the Gentiles. It was Jesus who sent Saul to me, in Damascus. Jesus was crucified, and died, I saw him raised up, and alive. Jesus raised me up that I, might spread his words, wherever my life should take me. When I, your humble servant, was given over to death it was Jesus, who called me back. Words, that promised peace, freedom, and joy to all souls. I heard his words and I saw their healing power at work in the crowds of those who heard him. In my presence, I saw many miracles Jesus performed to heal, and aid those in need. Now, as I sense, my days are winding to an end I send you, these words as testimony that what I lived might not be lost. I write, that you might believe this good news. "I, Lazarus Ben Isaac, of Bethany, give you this testimony as an eyewitness that Jesus of Nazareth, is the promised Messiah of God. It is the fictional account of Lazarus, a man only briefly seen in the Gospel of John. In it we encounter historical figures, saints, soldiers, ordinary people, and miracles woven into a tale that has touched Christians for centuries. This is the story of two dear friends, and the lives they touched. He fled to escape death and began to live a life dedicated to teaching the words of Jesus. With a second chance at life, everything changed for Lazarus. In fact, the resurrection of Lazarus set in motion the events that would eventually lead to the Jesuss execution. ![]() The resurrection of Lazarus at the hands of Jesus made him a man, certain Jewish leaders wanted to suppress. The man who called him back was Jesus of Nazareth.Īt the time of Lazaruss rebirth, Jesus was in conflict, with the Jewish leaders of his day. The man restored to life, was Lazarus of Bethany. It sounds like a hoax, but it was a miracle witnessed by many people. It rested in this tomb for four days until a friend called the dead man from death into life. Two thousand years ago, a body lay lifeless, tightly bound in a dark cave. ![]()
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