After the flood, when the waters had subsided and Noah, his family, and the animals emerged from the ark, God established a covenant with Noah and all living creatures. This covenant is recorded in Genesis 9:8-17, where God declares: "And God spoke to Noah and to...
In the early pages of Scripture, we find a moment that reveals the very heart of God’s faithfulness—a covenant made with Abraham that was not dependent on human ability, but entirely upon God’s grace. This moment, recorded in Genesis 15, is one of the most...
The Feast of Unleavened Bread was established by God in Exodus 12, alongside the Passover, as part of Israel’s deliverance from Egypt. It was to be a permanent ordinance for the Jewish people: "So you shall observe the Feast of Unleavened Bread, for on this same...
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: ‘The...
Jesus often used parables to reveal deep truths about the Kingdom of God, and one of the most powerful yet brief parables is that of the mustard seed. Though small in size, this seed grows into something unexpectedly great. Jesus used this imagery to describe how...
Judah was the fourth son of Jacob and Leah (Genesis 29:35). His name means "praise," and he quickly became one of the most prominent figures among Jacob’s twelve sons. Though not the firstborn, Judah's leadership and influence were evident early on. He was the one...
Eliezer of Damascus, though only directly named in Genesis 15:2, stands out in Scripture as a profound example of faithfulness, humility, and trustworthiness. His role as Abraham’s servant and steward reflects the qualities of a godly servant, and his actions in...
The parable of the Prodigal Son, recorded in Luke 15, is one of Jesus' most profound teachings about God's grace, repentance, and the dangers of self-righteousness. To understand this parable correctly, we must focus on the primary meaning as Jesus intended it,...
The number 40 carries significant meaning throughout the Bible. It often symbolizes a period of testing, trial, judgment, or preparation. By examining its occurrences, we see a pattern of God’s purposes unfolding through these periods, culminating in Jesus’ 40 days...
Water carries profound symbolism in Scripture. It often represents judgment, death, or chaos. At the same time, God uses water as a means of deliverance, pointing to Jesus Christ as our path through the waters of judgment into life. From the Old Testament to the...
