The Woman Caught in Adultery: Villain or Victim?
The classic story of the three little pigs was always so clear to me. The wolf was the bad guy, as the aggressor, and the pigs were the good guys, […]
Who Was Judas Iscariot in the Bible?
Who was Judas Iscariot in the Bible? Judas Iscariot is a name that many people know, even if they have never opened a Bible. The betrayal he represents is akin […]
‘Why the Gospel’ by Matthew Bates Book Review
As disciples of Jesus, we believe, obey, and share the gospel. But what is the point of the gospel? Author, theologian, and educator Matthew Bates’s newest book is Why the […]
Summary of 1-2 Thessalonians: Understanding the Basics of 1-2 Thessalonians in the Bible
Here is a short summary of 1-2 Thessalonians: Paul wrote these two letters to a brand new church in the city of Thessalonica, the largest city in Macedonia. After starting […]
Born of Water and Spirit?
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16, NIV) Let’s […]
Which Is Our G.O.A.T? Reflection on the Greatest Commands and Great Commission
As an avid sports fan, I’m not one to object when pulled into a friendly debate discussing the merits of this or that player of this or that professional sport. […]
Summary of Philemon: Understanding the Basics of Philemon in the Bible
Here is a short summary of Philemon: Paul wrote the letter of Philemon during his first Roman imprisonment to a man named Philemon in whose house the church at Colossae […]
Following Paul’s Example as He Follows the Example of Christ
In 1 Corinthians 11:1, Paul told the Christians in Corinth, “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ” (NIV). So, as people who want to be better disciples […]