Jesus often used simple, everyday things to illustrate deep spiritual truths. The Parable of the Leaven is one of His shortest parables, yet it carries profound meaning about the kingdom of God. It is recorded in two places: "Another parable He spoke to them:...
Cyrus the Great was the founder of the Persian Empire and ruled from approximately 559 to 530 B.C. He was a pagan king who worshipped idols and had no allegiance to the God of Israel. Yet, he was a tool in the hand of the Almighty. God called him by name long...
Gabriel is one of the few angels named in Scripture, and his role is distinct among the heavenly host. Every time he appears, he is delivering a divine message of great significance, often related to God’s redemptive plan. His name in Hebrew, Gavri'el, means...
The Dead Sea Scrolls (DSS) are one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. These ancient manuscripts provide strong evidence that the Old Testament we have today, particularly as found in the Masoretic Text (MT), has been faithfully...
One of the foundational commandments given by God in the Law is to honor our father and mother. It’s a command so significant that it’s included in the Ten Commandments, carrying a unique promise of longevity. But why does this commandment hold such...
The commandment "Thou shall not murder" is one of the Ten Commandments given to Moses by God, recorded in Exodus 20:13. Many people misunderstand this commandment, assuming that it forbids all forms of killing. However, the Bible makes a clear distinction between...
Conviction is a work of the Holy Spirit, guiding both unbelievers to repentance and believers to righteousness. Many confuse conviction with condemnation, but they are not the same. Conviction draws us toward God, while condemnation pushes us away in guilt and...
One of the most unusual and fascinating accounts in the Bible is found in Numbers 22: the account of Balaam and his talking donkey. While it may seem like an odd moment in Scripture, this event carries profound truths about God’s providence, man’s...
When the Apostle Paul traveled to Athens, he found a city consumed with idol worship. The Greeks prided themselves on their philosophy and religious devotion, yet in their attempt to cover all possibilities, they had erected an altar to an "Unknown God." This...
The holiness of God is one of His most defining attributes. To be holy means to be set apart, distinct, pure, and utterly unique. No one and nothing in creation can compare to His majesty, righteousness, and perfection. Holiness is not just one of God’s...
