The Apostle Paul, having warned the Galatian Christians regarding important matters of doctrine (cf. Galatians 1:6-5:16), then turned to insist upon important matters of practice. He did so by comparing and contrasting the works ofContinue reading
Justice Executed
Be careful regarding what you request in prayer; you may just receive it. The prophet Habakkuk saw a burden, or oracle, at some point before the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BCE (Habakkuk 1:1). TheContinue reading
The Kingdoms of the World to Become the Kingdom of Christ
What will become of the politics, nations, and kingdoms of this world? Political philosophy and practice are invariably wrapped up in eschatology: what you deem will be shapes what can be imagined for today andContinue reading
Fruit of the Spirit: Joy
The Apostle Paul, having warned the Galatian Christians regarding the dangers of falling from grace by adhering to the Law of Moses (Galatians 1:1-5:16), sought to exhort them regarding sin and righteousness (Galatians 5:17-24). HeContinue reading
What Is the Gospel?
What is the Gospel? The Gospel is the good news of the life, death, resurrection, ascension, lordship, and imminent return of Jesus of Nazareth. The Gospel is described as the euangelion, the “good news” (e.g.Continue reading
Eager to Remember the Poor
We now approach the time of year when people begin to think about one another and give gifts and enjoy good cheer. While many times we think of providing gifts for those who are familyContinue reading
Persia
The Iranian plateau seems a world away from the lush valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers: it is a more difficult land, akin to the great steppes to its north and northeast. For yearsContinue reading
Political Libertarianism
It is said that the two subjects to avoid in polite conversation are religion and politics. Furthermore, within Christianity, there is often an understandable desire to transcend the politics of the day. Politics, by theContinue reading
Fruit of the Spirit: Love
The Apostle Paul, having established his great concern regarding the Galatian Christians turning to the rites of the Law, then desired to encourage them to avoid sin and accomplish righteousness. He did so by condemningContinue reading