Ecclesiology

John the Baptist: Imprisoned, Questioning, and Beheaded

John the Baptist preached righteousness without compromise, but his boldness cost him everything. His imprisonment, his question to Jesus, and his beheading are a sobering lesson in truth, courage, and the cost of discipleship. Why John Was Imprisoned Herod Antipas...

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Ezer: The Empowering Role of the Wife

In Genesis 2:18, God declares, “And the Lord God said, ‘It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him.’” The Hebrew word translated “helper” is ezer (עֵזֶר). It is the term God chose when describing the creation of woman. Yet...

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Zechariah: The Father of John the Baptist

Zechariah was a priest from the division of Abijah, one of the 24 priestly courses established by King David. Luke 1:5 introduces him, “There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the division of Abijah. His wife was of...

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Counting It All Joy

Tribulation is not something we naturally rejoice in, yet Scripture commands us to see it differently. James 1:2–3 begins this truth, “My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.” This...

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Generational Curses

The idea of a generational curse is the belief that sin, judgment, or misfortune is passed down from one generation to another due to the sins of the forefathers. This concept finds its primary mention in the Law given to Moses. Exodus 20:5 declares, “For I, the...

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The Term Christian: From Slander to Identity

There is great weight in a name. Names in the Bible often reflect character, calling, or destiny. But the name “Christian” didn’t begin as a badge of honor, it was a label of mockery. Yet it is the name we now hold dearly, a name that connects us to Christ Himself....

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Bartholomew the Apostle

Bartholomew is one of the lesser-known apostles, often hidden in the shadow of the more prominent Peter, John, or Paul. Yet, he stands as a firm pillar in the foundation of the Church. His name might be quiet in the text, but his life was not without impact....

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Tongues of Fire: A Study of Pentecost

The Day of Pentecost was not only the fulfillment of ancient prophecy but also a pivotal turning point in the life of the early Church. It marks the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, empowering them for witness and launching the spread of the Gospel...

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