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When Words Topple Armies: The Night Jesus Spoke 'I Am He'

When Words Topple Armies: The Night Jesus Spoke 'I Am He'

The Night 600 Soldiers Hit the Dirt, a Sword Went Rogue, and Jesus Proved He’s Always in Control

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Jan 25, 2025
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In John 18:4-9, we find one of the most awe-inspiring and paradoxical moments in the life of Jesus. The scene unfolds with drama, tension, and, dare I say, a dash of divine irony. It’s late at night in the Garden of Gethsemane. The air is thick with the weight of impending betrayal. Jesus—fully aware of what is about to unfold—steps forward to meet a co…

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