The Parable of the Hidden Treasure: What It Means
Jesus told the parable of the hidden treasure in a single verse. A man discovers something so valuable that he sells everything he owns…
Explore Christian Living
Choose a study below and keep following the subject through Scripture.
Read Study
The Feast of Unleavened Bread: What It Means for Christians
For seven days Israel was to remove leaven from their homes and eat unleavened bread. God gave them that observance so they would remember…
The Hebrew Roots Movement: A Biblical Examination
I encourage Christians to study the Hebrew setting of Scripture. Knowing why Israel kept Passover or approached God through a priest helps us understand…
Dumb Dogs That Don’t Bark: What Isaiah Means
Isaiah calls Israel's guardians "dumb dogs" because they cannot give the warning a watchdog is supposed to give. His rebuke is severe, but I…
Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit: Can It Be Forgiven?
Jesus warned about blasphemy against the Holy Spirit after religious leaders attributed His deliverance of an afflicted man to Satan. The warning is severe,…
Testing vs. Temptation: How Can You Tell the Difference?
In the first chapter of his New Testament letter, James tells us that the testing of our faith produces patience, but a few verses…
Count It All Joy: What James Really Means
James tells believers to “count it all joy” when they encounter trials. How can he say that to someone facing sickness, betrayal, persecution, or…
Jesus Walking on Water: What the Gospels Reveal
Peter walked on the water because Jesus told him to come, and Jesus caught him when he began to sink. If I turn those…
Sanctification Explained: What It Means to Be Set Apart
To be sanctified is to be set apart to God. When He saves someone, that person belongs to Him, and that new relationship is…
The Sabbath: What Does the Bible Teach Christians Today?
Christians can talk past each other about the Sabbath because they are asking different questions. God's rest at creation, Israel's seventh-day command, Sunday church…
Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing: How to Recognize Them
Jesus warns us about wolves in sheep's clothing because people can claim to serve Him while harming His flock. I want to take that…
Psalm 23: The Lord Is My Shepherd Explained
Psalm 23 is often read when someone is grieving or facing death, and it belongs there. David's words also speak to the needs, decisions,…