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
Category: Daily Bread
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
What Celsus’s Mockery Proved: How Revolutionary Was the Bible?
Introduction — A Testimony Left in Ridicule In the mid-second century, the Roman philosopher Celsus wrote a polemic attacking Christianity. In it, he described the faith this way: “A religion of women, children, and slaves.” He wrote it as a sneer. Yet ironically, this mockery became one of the most accurate testimonies to how radical… Continue reading What Celsus’s Mockery Proved: How Revolutionary Was the Bible?
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
The Direction of History: God’s Providence Toward Freedom
Introduction — History Is Not Coincidence We often view history as merely a succession of human choices and events. But the Bible sees history differently. History is the stage of providence, personally directed by God Himself. Through every rise and fall of kingdoms, every revolution, every change of institutions — God was never a bystander.… Continue reading The Direction of History: God’s Providence Toward Freedom
Resurrection — Love Stronger Than Death, and Our Hope
His Death and Resurrection, Both for Us Jesus died for us, and He rose again for us. The Lord died to save us, and He rose again to guarantee that salvation. The resurrection is not merely a miracle. It is the event in which God confirmed, within history, His love and promise of salvation toward… Continue reading Resurrection — Love Stronger Than Death, and Our Hope
Glory in Heaven, Peace on Earth – Luke 2:8-14
Luke 2:8-14 As we step into the year 2024, our deepest aspiration as Christians is for an abiding sense of peace within us and a life dedicated to glorifying God in all our endeavors throughout the upcoming year. Luke’s Gospel records the proclamation: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those… Continue reading Glory in Heaven, Peace on Earth – Luke 2:8-14
Christmas Special: How does Christ’s coming on earth bring salvation to us?
Romans 5:12-21 As we stand less than a month from Christmas, it’s crucial to ponder upon the advent of Christ. Amidst the anticipation of a joyful and radiant holiday, this season prompts us to delve deeply into the purpose behind God’s Son coming into this world. The detailed accounts of Jesus’ birth in the Gospels… Continue reading Christmas Special: How does Christ’s coming on earth bring salvation to us?
The Path of Obedience – Joshua 5:2-15
“And the Lord said to Joshua, ‘Today I have rolled away the reproach of Egypt from you.’ And so the name of that place is called Gilgal to this day.” – Joshua 5:9 In the face of imminent battle, Joshua receives an unexpected command from God: circumcise the Israelites. In the eyes of the world,… Continue reading The Path of Obedience – Joshua 5:2-15
“We who have believed entered that rest.” – Hebrews 4:1-13
Hebrews 4:1-13 The author of the Book of Hebrews addresses its significance for all spiritual “Hebrews.” The first chapter asserts that those who believe in Jesus possess a higher status than angels. Subsequent chapters, particularly 3 and 4, highlight the distinction of Jesus Christ from figures like Moses and Joshua. Chapter 3 emphasizes the Israelites’… Continue reading “We who have believed entered that rest.” – Hebrews 4:1-13