Devotional Reflection Based on the Incident of Peter Cutting Off Malchus's Ear: “Then one of those standing near drew his sword and struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his ear.” ( Mark 14:47, Today's Korean Version ) 1. Identifying the People Involved: The person who stood beside Jesus and drew the sword was Simon Peter . The servant of the high priest was named Malchus . “Then Simon Peter, who had a sword, drew it and struck the high priest’s servant, cutting off his right ear. The servant’s name was Malchus.” ( John 18:10 ) 2. Jesus' Response to Peter's Action: (a) Jesus said: “Permit even this.” ( Luke 22:51, KJV: “Suffer ye thus far”; RSV: “No more of this” ) The Greek words clarify this: “ἕως τούτου” (“heōs toutou”) = “up to this point” or “even this” “ἐᾶτε” (“eate”) = “allow it,” “let it be,” “leave it alone” Therefore, Jesus is essentially saying: “Let them do what they are doing. Do not resist any further.” “If ...
Introduction What is the Gospel? What is the Gospel of Jesus Christ? I still remember vividly. After having a table fellowship with Missionary Chang Seh Kim, my beloved father and pastor emeritus of our Victory Presbyterian Church, said ‘What is the Gospel?’ when I brought him home and before getting out of my car. At that time, I was a little puzzled. The reason is because he must have heard the gospel all his life and also preached it. But I got a glimpse into the heart of my father, who truly wanted to know the gospel more and more. To give thanks to God, the pastor emeritus is preaching the word of God, especially the Gospel of Jesus Christ at every Wednesday prayer meeting, especially when he is unable to go to the mission field due to the corona virus. I am thankful that the words of Romans...