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?
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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
Prologue to the Pilgrimage of Romans I
Is Romans really that important? The Apostle Paul wrote at least thirteen or fourteen letters* among the total of 21 that are included in the New Testament Cannon. Romans comes immediately after the Book of Acts as the first of all letters in the New Testament. Have you ever wondered why? It was not because… Continue reading Prologue to the Pilgrimage of Romans I
What is the Meaning of the Parable of the Pearl of Great Value?
Matthew 13:45-46 NIV“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it. In the ancient world pearls had a very special place in men’s hearts. People desired to possess a lovely pearl, not only… Continue reading What is the Meaning of the Parable of the Pearl of Great Value?
What Does It Mean to Be Handed Over to Satan?
I have decided to deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction of his flesh, that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus. (1 Corinthians 5:5) To put the professed believer out of their fellowship, to excommunicate him, would be to deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction… Continue reading What Does It Mean to Be Handed Over to Satan?
What is the Meaning of the Parable of the Weeds?
Matthew 13:24-30 Matthew 13:36-43 The pictures in this parable would be clear and familiar to a Palestinian audience. Tares were one of the curses against which a farmer had to labor. They were a weed called bearded darnel (Lolium Temulentum). In their early stages the tares so closely resembled the wheat that it was impossible… Continue reading What is the Meaning of the Parable of the Weeds?