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sign of Jonah

Jesus Warns Against Sign-Seeking and Offers the Sign of Jonah

Some people follow Jesus because they believe. Others demand proof on their terms. In Matthew 12:38–45, we see the Pharisees and scribes fall into the latter category. They ask Jesus for a sign, but not to grow in faith—rather, to challenge His authority. Jesus responds with a powerful prophetic warning and a lesson that echoes straight […]

Jesus Marvels at the Centurion’s Faith: Faith That Speaks Without Proof

In Matthew 8:5–13, Jesus marvels at the faith of a Roman centurion who believed that Christ’s word alone could heal. His faith wasn’t loud—it was confident. In 2025, when doubt is often louder than truth, Jesus still honors quiet, unshakable faith rooted in His unmatched authority.