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Christian Living:
The Beatitudes: Broken Down
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus opens with a list of blessings that define the heart of Kingdom living. These are not mere suggestions for behavior, they describe the character of those who are truly His. Each Beatitude is rich with truth and finds harmony with the...
Putting Off the Old Man and Putting On the New
Paul’s exhortation to “put off the old man” and “put on the new” speaks to every believer’s transformation in Christ. It is not about moral improvement alone, but about being renewed in the very image of the Creator through redemption. Who Is the “Old Man”? Who Is the...
The Temptation of Jesus in the Wilderness
In the wilderness, Jesus faced temptation as our representative, led by the Spirit into a battleground of hunger, temptation, and identity. His victory affirms His perfect obedience. Obedience of the Second Adam, and serves as the blueprint for how we stand against...
A Camel Going Through the Eye of a Needle: Matthew 19:24
Jesus’ words about the camel and the eye of a needle are among His most sobering. He wasn't using exaggeration for effect, He was declaring a spiritual reality about wealth, pride, and salvation. Let's examine this statement and its surrounding context to understand...
The Indwelling of the Holy Spirit
When the Holy Spirit indwells a believer, God does not give a portion or an influence but His full presence. This study examines how the Spirit comes to live in us, affirms His personal nature, and transforms us from the inside out. The Holy Spirit Is a Person, Not a...
Psalm 23: Though, I walk Through the Valley of the Shadow of Death
Psalm 23’s valley scene isn't just poetic, it’s a deeply theological journey through fear, divine presence, and ultimate restoration. Let’s walk that valley with bold faith. The Reality of the Valley King David writes, “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the...
OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES:
Bel and the Dragon and Susanna: Examining the (LXX) Septuagint Additions
The stories of Susanna (Daniel 13) and Bel and the Dragon (Daniel 14) appear in the Septuagint but are absent from the Hebrew Masoretic Text and all ancient Hebrew or Aramaic manuscripts. These narratives, while morally edifying, display characteristics inconsistent...
Let My Lord Say to My Lord: Psalm 110
The declaration “The LORD said to my Lord” is foundational to understanding Christ’s divine identity and relationship with the Father. In this brief psalm, David, the anointed king and prophetic servant, speaks words that reach beyond his own life and point to the...
The Twelve Tribes and Twelve Apostles Examined
The twelve apostles mirror the twelve tribes of Israel, not only in number but in purpose, betrayal, and restoration. One apostle falls into betrayal, so did Dan. Both are replaced, pointing to God’s unbreakable purpose in covenant continuity and eschatological...
Rahab and the Scarlet Cord
Rahab’s scarlet cord is more than a signal in a window, it’s a powerful symbol of faith, grace, and the protective power of God under the blood of mercy. Her story weaves obedience, redemption, and covenant promise into Israel’s history. Rahab: From Gentile Prostitute...
The God of Israel: The True God
The Bible always refers to the one true God as the “God of Israel.” This name reveals His covenant relationship, His activity in history, and His unchanging faithfulness. Simply naming God isn’t enough; true worship aligns with how He has revealed Himself through...
Lily of the Valley: The Tender Bridegroom
The title “Lily of the Valley” reveals Jesus’s tender beauty, purity, and sacrificial affection. Its biblical use speaks of His unique worth, the fragrance of His presence, and the blessedness of intimacy with Him. Where It First Appears: Song of Solomon The phrase...
ALL ABOUT JESUS:
The Beatitudes: Broken Down
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus opens with a list of blessings that define the heart of Kingdom living. These are not mere suggestions for behavior, they describe the character of those who are truly His. Each Beatitude is rich with truth and finds harmony with the...
Killing Lazarus: Hiding Evidence of his Resurrection
After Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, the Jewish leaders recognized that Lazarus himself had become powerful testimony to Christ’s authority. Their decision to kill him was a deliberate attempt to suppress that testimony and maintain control. The Miracle That...
Joseph of Arimathea: Caring for the Body of Jesus
Joseph of Arimathea may appear briefly in the Gospels, but in that brevity, his actions speak volumes. He emerges as a man of courage, compassion, and deep devotion. He provided a tomb for Jesus and honoring Him at the end of His earthly life. A Wealthy, Honorable Man...
The Temptation of Jesus in the Wilderness
In the wilderness, Jesus faced temptation as our representative, led by the Spirit into a battleground of hunger, temptation, and identity. His victory affirms His perfect obedience. Obedience of the Second Adam, and serves as the blueprint for how we stand against...
Jesus Sweating Blood: His Grief in Gethsemane
On the night before His crucifixion, Jesus entered a battlefield of agony. His sweat became like blood. In that moment, He revealed God’s full identification with human suffering, and as our High Priest, He sympathizes with every fear, temptation, and struggle....
Tetelestai: It Is Finished
“Tetelestai” was the final cry of Jesus on the cross. This single Greek word carries the meaning of completion, payment, and fulfillment, declaring that salvation had been fully accomplished. The Meaning of “Tetelestai” In John 19:30, the Bible records: “When Jesus...
THE HOLY SPIRIT AND SPIRITUAL GIFTS:
Putting Off the Old Man and Putting On the New
Paul’s exhortation to “put off the old man” and “put on the new” speaks to every believer’s transformation in Christ. It is not about moral improvement alone, but about being renewed in the very image of the Creator through redemption. Who Is the “Old Man”? Who Is the...
Old Wine Into New Wineskins: Religion vs. Relationship
Jesus used the image of wineskins and wine to reveal a powerful truth about the incompatibility of old religious forms with the new life and covenant He was bringing. His words were not about agriculture, they were about hearts, covenants, and the radical...
The Indwelling of the Holy Spirit
When the Holy Spirit indwells a believer, God does not give a portion or an influence but His full presence. This study examines how the Spirit comes to live in us, affirms His personal nature, and transforms us from the inside out. The Holy Spirit Is a Person, Not a...
The Dove: A Symbol of Peace, Purity, and the Spirit
The dove appears throughout Scripture with rich symbolism, yet its meaning is not derived from poetic tradition or religious imagery; it is rooted in the Word of God. The dove is never randomly mentioned. Its presence marks moments of covenant, purity, sacrifice, and...
Tongues of Fire: A Study of Pentecost
The Day of Pentecost was not only the fulfillment of ancient prophecy but also a pivotal turning point in the life of the early Church. It marks the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, empowering them for witness and launching the spread of the Gospel...
The Holy Spirit Is Like the Wind: John 3:8
From Genesis to Revelation, the Holy Spirit is described using rich, tangible imagery: fire, oil, water, and especially wind or breath. Yet Scripture is clear, the Holy Spirit is not a symbol, nor is He an energy. He is God, a distinct Person of the Trinity, who moves...
PROPHECY AND FULFILLMENT:
Let My Lord Say to My Lord: Psalm 110
The declaration “The LORD said to my Lord” is foundational to understanding Christ’s divine identity and relationship with the Father. In this brief psalm, David, the anointed king and prophetic servant, speaks words that reach beyond his own life and point to the...
The Twelve Tribes and Twelve Apostles Examined
The twelve apostles mirror the twelve tribes of Israel, not only in number but in purpose, betrayal, and restoration. One apostle falls into betrayal, so did Dan. Both are replaced, pointing to God’s unbreakable purpose in covenant continuity and eschatological...
The Temptation of Jesus in the Wilderness
In the wilderness, Jesus faced temptation as our representative, led by the Spirit into a battleground of hunger, temptation, and identity. His victory affirms His perfect obedience. Obedience of the Second Adam, and serves as the blueprint for how we stand against...
Jesus Sweating Blood: His Grief in Gethsemane
On the night before His crucifixion, Jesus entered a battlefield of agony. His sweat became like blood. In that moment, He revealed God’s full identification with human suffering, and as our High Priest, He sympathizes with every fear, temptation, and struggle....
The God of Israel: The True God
The Bible always refers to the one true God as the “God of Israel.” This name reveals His covenant relationship, His activity in history, and His unchanging faithfulness. Simply naming God isn’t enough; true worship aligns with how He has revealed Himself through...
Old Wine Into New Wineskins: Religion vs. Relationship
Jesus used the image of wineskins and wine to reveal a powerful truth about the incompatibility of old religious forms with the new life and covenant He was bringing. His words were not about agriculture, they were about hearts, covenants, and the radical...