Pentecost, originally a Jewish feast known as the Feast of Weeks (Leviticus 23:15-21), became the day on which God poured out the Holy Spirit on the followers of Jesus, marking the birth of the Church. This occurred fifty days after the resurrection of Christ, as...

Isaiah was one of the greatest prophets in the Old Testament, called to prophesy to Judah during a time of political unrest and spiritual decline. His call came through a powerful vision of the Lord seated on His throne. Isaiah 6:1 says, “In the year that...

Right after His baptism, the Gospels tell us that Jesus was led into the wilderness by the Spirit. Matthew writes: “Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil.” (Matthew 4:1) Mark emphasizes the urgency:...

Hearing God's voice begins with knowing His Word. The Bible is the primary and most reliable way God speaks to His people. Any claim of hearing from God must align with Scripture. 2 Timothy 3:16–17 declares: "All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and...

Emmaus is mentioned in the New Testament in Luke 24 as the location where the resurrected Jesus appeared to two of His followers. It was a village about seven miles from Jerusalem, and its significance lies in the powerful encounter that took place there on the day...

John the Baptist ate locusts and wild honey as part of his simple, set-apart lifestyle of repentance and prophetic ministry. His diet reflected his separation from worldly comforts and his identification with the prophets of old who lived in the wilderness and...

Rehoboam was the son of Solomon and the grandson of David. He became king of Israel after Solomon’s death, but his harsh and unwise leadership led to the division of the kingdom. His reign is recorded in 1 Kings 12–14 and 2 Chronicles 10–12.When...

There are different names for God in the Bible because each name reveals a distinct aspect of His character, His works, and His relationship with His people. These names are not interchangeable titles but purposeful revelations that teach who God is and how He...

The blessing of Joseph’s sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, is recorded in Genesis 48 and carries deep covenantal meaning. As Jacob neared death, Joseph brought his two sons to receive a blessing. Genesis 48:5 shows Jacob adopting them as his own:“And now your...

The bronze laver, also called the bronze basin, was a critical part of the tabernacle courtyard. It was used by the priests to wash their hands and feet before entering the holy place or approaching the altar, signifying the need for purity in service to God.Exodus...