— A Devotional Reflection on Matthew 22 and 1 John 3–4 When jealousy rises in our hearts, what do we do? Scripture does not tell us to suppress it. Instead, it points us back to the greatest commandment Jesus gave us — to love God and love others. Drawing from Matthew 22 and 1 John,… Continue reading The Path to Overcoming Jealousy Through the Greatest Commandment
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What Is the Root of Jealousy? Pride and Grace Through the Parable of the Vineyard Workers
— A Devotional Reflection on Genesis 4 and Matthew 20 Jealousy is an emotion every person has experienced, but the Bible tells us it does not appear by accident — it has a root. Drawing from the Parable of the Vineyard Workers in Matthew 20 and the story of Cain and Abel in Genesis 4,… Continue reading What Is the Root of Jealousy? Pride and Grace Through the Parable of the Vineyard Workers
Did You Remember the First Taste of Grace?
— A Reflection on the Parable of the Vineyard Workers (Matthew 20:1–16) What the Kingdom of Heaven Looks Like When Jesus said “the kingdom of heaven is like a master of a house,” what kind of world was he describing? It is a world governed by God’s love and truth. A world where grace never… Continue reading Did You Remember the First Taste of Grace?
A Light in the Darkness: Letting Scripture Speak for Itself
“We have the prophetic word more fully confirmed, as a lamp shining in a dark place.” — 2 Peter 1:19 A Lamp in the Dark Have you ever tried to find something in a completely dark room? It’s frustrating — even a little disorienting. But the moment even a faint light appears, everything changes. Peter gives… Continue reading A Light in the Darkness: Letting Scripture Speak for Itself
Eagerly Awaiting: When History Has an Ending
Second Peter chapter three is a passage that reads simply, yet kindles a fire of hope deep within the heart. The entire chapter revolves around one central theme — the promise of Christ’s return. History Is Not a Cycle — It Has a Direction We live in an age that makes it all too easy to… Continue reading Eagerly Awaiting: When History Has an Ending
Our Battle and Our Victory — 2 Peter 2:4
“For if God did not spare angels when they sinned, but sent them to hell, putting them in chains of darkness to be held for judgment.” (2 Peter 2:4, NIV) Reading this, many people might wonder: Peter was just talking about false teachers and false prophets in the church — so why does he suddenly… Continue reading Our Battle and Our Victory — 2 Peter 2:4
The Lie Dressed in Truth — 2 Peter 2:1-3
“But there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the sovereign Lord who bought them — bringing swift destruction on themselves. Many will follow their depraved conduct and will bring the way of truth into disrepute. In their… Continue reading The Lie Dressed in Truth — 2 Peter 2:1-3
Everything You Need Has Already Been Given — 2 Peter 1:3-11
The first chapter of 2 Peter is the last will and testament of an old apostle nearing the end of his life. He knows his time is short, so he says what matters most, and every word carries weight. God Has Already Given Us Everything “His divine power has given us everything we need for… Continue reading Everything You Need Has Already Been Given — 2 Peter 1:3-11
Who Am I? — 2 Peter 1:1-2
“Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, to those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours.” (2 Peter 1:1) At the very opening of his second letter, the Apostle Peter introduces himself in a striking way: “Simon Peter, a servant and… Continue reading Who Am I? — 2 Peter 1:1-2
A Living Hope — 1 Peter 1:3-4
Everyone has hope. But there are two kinds. One kind is a distant hope — somewhere in the future, it might happen, it might not. This kind of hope is like the horizon: you walk toward it, and it stays forever ahead of you, always out of reach. The other kind is a living hope.… Continue reading A Living Hope — 1 Peter 1:3-4