New Testament Studies

Apologia: A Defense of the Faith

The Greek word apologia (ἀπολογία) means a reasoned defense, a formal justification, or an answer for one’s beliefs or actions. It doesn’t imply being defensive or argumentative—it speaks of standing firm with clarity and conviction. The word is used repeatedly in...

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The Holy Spirit: Our Helper

In a world full of confusion, weakness, and weariness, God did not leave us to navigate life alone. He gave us the Holy Spirit—our constant Helper, Comforter, and Guide—to walk with us in truth, strengthen us in struggle, and fill us with enduring joy. Jesus...

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John 7:15 – The Word Who Knew the Word

In John 7:15, the people marvel, saying:“And the Jews marveled, saying, ‘How does this Man know letters, having never studied?’” This was not a compliment—it was confusion mixed with suspicion. The word “letters” refers to sacred writings, the Scriptures. In their...

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The Prophecy of Jesus Riding on a Colt

The prophecy of Jesus riding into Jerusalem on a colt is found in Zechariah 9:9, where it is written: “Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your King is coming to you; He is just and having salvation, lowly and riding on a...

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Waiting on the Lord

To wait on the Lord is not passive idleness or spiritual laziness—it is an active, expectant, faith-filled posture of the heart. It is trusting fully in the timing, power, and purpose of God without rushing ahead in the strength of the flesh. Waiting involves...

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The Weaker Vessel: The Honor Due to Women

The phrase "weaker vessel" comes directly from 1 Peter 3:7, “Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered.” Let’s...

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Husband and Father: The Priest of the Home

The Word of God makes it clear that leadership in the home begins with the father. While the term "priest of the home" is not used explicitly in Scripture, the function is present and unmistakable. From the garden of Eden, God gave Adam the responsibility to lead...

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Hosanna: The Cry of Salvation and Kingship

The word "Hosanna" is one of the most significant expressions in the New Testament, especially during Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. It is a word filled with prophetic meaning, expectation, and recognition of Jesus as the Messiah. To fully understand why...

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The Parable of the Hidden Treasure

The Parable of the Hidden Treasure is one of the shortest parables Jesus ever told, yet its message is profound. It speaks of the incomparable worth of the Kingdom of God and the radical response required to obtain it. The Parable in Scripture Jesus gives this...

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Grace: God’s Unmerited Favor

Grace is one of the most beautiful and foundational themes in Scripture. It is more than just a concept—it is the very heartbeat of the Gospel. The word "grace" in Greek is "χάρις" (charis), meaning favor, goodwill, or kindness. In Hebrew, the word often associated...

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