Category: Bible Study

Those Who Met in Rome — The Gravitational Pull of the Gospel That Held the Early Church Together

Introduction: A Human Map Found at the End of a Letter A letter’s closing reveals the writer’s truest heart. After the long and solemn theological argument has ended, after the words of comfort and exhortation to suffering saints have drawn to a close, the Apostle Peter records two names side by side at the very… Continue reading Those Who Met in Rome — The Gravitational Pull of the Gospel That Held the Early Church Together

The Trinity Is the Perfect Description of God’s Love— Meditating on the Structure of Love in the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit

Introduction — The Oldest Question, Still an Unfamiliar Truth “The Trinity? Honestly, I don’t quite get it.” Even those who have walked in faith for many years often say this. Three persons yet one God — it doesn’t easily resolve itself in the mind. Even those who have attended church since childhood often find themselves… Continue reading The Trinity Is the Perfect Description of God’s Love— Meditating on the Structure of Love in the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit

Why Did the Apostles Command “Submission” in the Face of Unjust Suffering?— The True Meaning of Romans 13 and First Peter

“Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves.” (Rom. 13:1–2) “Submit yourselves… Continue reading Why Did the Apostles Command “Submission” in the Face of Unjust Suffering?— The True Meaning of Romans 13 and First Peter

What Are You Really Drawing Near To — God, or Religion?

James 4:8 contains a statement that reads like both a promise and a challenge: “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.” Most of us have heard this verse many times. But there is a question we rarely ask ourselves seriously — I think I am drawing near to God, but do… Continue reading What Are You Really Drawing Near To — God, or Religion?

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