徒, a Chinese character, is combined with 彳 (walking) and 走 (running) and means disciples who walk and run together. Disciples are the people who follow the ‘Life of Jesus.’ Whoever does not bear his own cross and come after me cannot be my disciple.Luke 14:27 Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him,… Continue reading What does the Bible say about Being a Disciple of Jesus?
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How to have hope when everything is going wrong. Hopeless and Depressed? Here is the Story of Bartimaeus
This is a true story. Turn to Mark 10:46-52. If you look at the Bible, some people didn’t seem likely to receive salvation, but they received it. On the other hand, the people who seemed likely to be the first to receive salvation, did not. The teachers, scribes, and educated religious leaders in the days of Jesus… Continue reading How to have hope when everything is going wrong. Hopeless and Depressed? Here is the Story of Bartimaeus
Colossians 4:2 Bible Devotional: Devote Yourselves to Prayer
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. – Colossians 4:2 NIV It is interesting to remark how large a portion of Sacred Writ is occupied with the subject of prayer, either in furnishing examples, enforcing precepts, or pronouncing promises. We scarcely open the Bible before we read, “Then began men to call upon the… Continue reading Colossians 4:2 Bible Devotional: Devote Yourselves to Prayer
What Is the Belt of Truth in the Armor of God?
Ephesians 6:14 NIV14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, The belt of truth is the first piece of the “full armor of God” listed in Ephesians 6:10–17. In KJV it’s said “having your loins girt about with truth” (Ephesians 6:14 KJV) Having your… Continue reading What Is the Belt of Truth in the Armor of God?
Who was Jael in the Bible?
Jael or Yael ( יעל , ya‛ēl , “a wild or mountain goat,” as in Psalm 104:18) was a heroic woman mentioned in the Book of Judges Judges 4:17-22, 5:2-31. She is known for killing Sisera, the general of Canaanite King Jabin’s army. Jael was the wife of Heber the Kenite ( Judges 4:11, 4:17 ). The Kenites were on friendly terms both with the Israelites ( Judges 1:16 )… Continue reading Who was Jael in the Bible?
What can we learn from the parable of the persistent widow and unjust judge?
What is the Full Armor of God?
Our battle against the devil is a spiritual one Therefore, using tangible weapons and worldly methods to fight against him is not applicable. Scripture tells us to put on the full armor of God, that we may stand against the devil’s attacks and gain victory. So what exactly is this armor, and what does it… Continue reading What is the Full Armor of God?
Prologue to the Pilgrimage of Romans II
History tells us that the Book of Romans is a letter that has for generations invigorated Christians and the Church. One might wonder how a letter written by a mortal man named Paul has become such an integral part of the Bible. That is because the inspiration behind Romans was not of this world. As… Continue reading Prologue to the Pilgrimage of Romans II
What is the meaning of the Parable of Drawing in the Net (the Dragnet)?
Matthew 13:47-50 NIV“Once again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was let down into the lake and caught all kinds of fish. When it was full, the fishermen pulled it up on the shore. Then they sat down and collected the good fish in baskets, but threw the bad away. This is… Continue reading What is the meaning of the Parable of Drawing in the Net (the Dragnet)?
The Third Missionary Journey of Apostle Paul
Apostle Paul’s third missionary journey ( Acts 18:23 to Acts 21:16), beginning at Antioch, led him as far west as Corinth, and then as far east as Jerusalem. It probably occupied about four years, from A.D. 54 to 58. great Epistles to the Galatians, Corinthians and Romans where written during this period. The whole journey may be… Continue reading The Third Missionary Journey of Apostle Paul