Category: Bible Study

Encountering the Risen Lord — Let the Resurrection Be More Than Knowledge

Easter has just passed. Throughout Lent, we meditated deeply on the cross — the love of the Lord toward us, how our sin killed Jesus, how we repent, and how we are saved. But what comes next? Faith cannot stop at the cross, because the Lord did not stop at the cross. He rose again.… Continue reading Encountering the Risen Lord — Let the Resurrection Be More Than Knowledge

The Same Love, Different Languages: Jesus’ Parables and Paul’s Theology

Introduction Scripture contains two great passages that speak of God’s love. One is the three parables in Luke 15, told by Jesus himself. The other is the “Love Chapter” — 1 Corinthians 13 — written by Paul to the church at Corinth. Both speak of the same love, yet their language and approach are strikingly… Continue reading The Same Love, Different Languages: Jesus’ Parables and Paul’s Theology

When the Bread Is Broken — The Moment the Risen Lord Is Seen

1. Why They Could Not See They had eyes. Cleopas and the unnamed disciple—these were people who had been with Jesus. They had heard His voice, seen His hands touch the sick, and eaten with Him. Yet now, as He walked right beside them, they did not recognize Him. Why? It was not a problem… Continue reading When the Bread Is Broken — The Moment the Risen Lord Is Seen

Why Do We Say I Killed Jesus? — A Question That Spans Two Thousand Years

Introduction In Acts 3:15, Peter boldly declared to the crowd: “You killed the Author of life!” These words struck like a hammer blow, piercing straight to the conscience of his listeners. Yet today, when we read these words, a question may naturally arise in our minds: What does this have to do with me? That… Continue reading Why Do We Say I Killed Jesus? — A Question That Spans Two Thousand Years

Broken Before His Gaze — What Peter’s Tears Say to Us

Why did Peter weep? Not simply because he had made a mistake. Not merely because of a guilty conscience. Scripture records the reason quietly, yet with tremendous force. “And the Lord turned and looked at Peter.” (Luke 22:61) The Lord looked at him. In that moment, Peter was broken. The Night of Denial That night,… Continue reading Broken Before His Gaze — What Peter’s Tears Say to Us

What the Book of Romans Teaches us About the “Why” of Jesus-

He (the Father) raised Him (Christ) from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places, far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come- Ephesians 1:20-21 NIV I am currently going through the book of Romans with a friend who… Continue reading What the Book of Romans Teaches us About the “Why” of Jesus-

When God Fights Your Battles

When God fights your battles. There are many stories in scripture where God fights for his people. A lesser known story is recorded in 2 Chronicles 30-32 when Hezekiah is king of Judah. Here are some thoughts about it. When God fights your battles. Consecrate yourself to God And the priests and the Levites were ashamed, so… Continue reading When God Fights Your Battles

The Number one “Rule” of Modern Christianity-

Prophets and priests alike, all practice deceit. They dress the wound of my people as though it were not serious. ‘Peace, peace,’ they say,when there is no peace- Jeremiah 6:13b-14 NIV Life is full of unwritten rules.  An unwritten rule is an expectation no one really needs to be told about. For example, we all understand… Continue reading The Number one “Rule” of Modern Christianity-