Throughout Scripture, we find numerous references to giants, mighty men of great stature who struck fear into the hearts of those who encountered them. These beings are often misunderstood, but the Bible provides clear descriptions of their presence, their...
The book of 1 John serves as a test of genuine faith, giving believers a way to examine their hearts and determine whether they truly know Jesus. In 1 John 2, the apostle John lays out three primary ways to evaluate our faith: through obedience, love, and...
The account of the Tower of Babel is recorded in Genesis 11:1-9, and it stands as a defining moment in history when humanity, in defiance of God’s command, sought to build a kingdom of its own. In this study, we will examine the meaning of Babel, its leader...
The New Testament has been preserved in more manuscripts than any other ancient text. There are over 5,800 Greek manuscripts, along with 10,000+ Latin manuscripts and thousands of others in various languages such as Syriac, Coptic, and Armenian. The vast majority...
Before becoming Paul the Apostle, he was known as Saul of Tarsus, a devout Pharisee and a zealous persecutor of Christians. He was born in Tarsus, a major city of learning in Cilicia (Acts 22:3), and was educated under Gamaliel, one of the most respected Jewish...
The account of God providing quail to the Israelites appears in two major events in the Old Testament: Exodus 16:11-13 and Numbers 11:4-34. The first time, it was given as an act of provision. The second time, it was given as a response to their rebellion and...
One of the most extraordinary miracles recorded in Scripture is the time when the sun moved backward as a sign from God. This event took place during the reign of King Hezekiah of Judah and is found in 2 Kings 20:8-11, Isaiah 38:7-8, and referenced in 2 Chronicles...
John was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and is often referred to as "the disciple whom Jesus loved." He was the son of Zebedee and the brother of James. Together, they were known as the "Sons of Thunder," a name given to them by Jesus in Mark 3:17: "James the...
Taxes have always been a sore subject. Nobody likes paying them, and in Jesus’ time, they were more than just a financial burden; they were a symbol of oppression and betrayal. Some Jews, like the Zealots, refused to pay taxes to Rome, believing it was an act...
The Pharisees are among the most well-known religious groups in the New Testament. They were deeply religious, experts in the Law, and strict in their observances; but they were also blind to the very Messiah they claimed to be waiting for. Jesus’ strongest...
