The Word of YHWH through Micah of Moresheth would not feature many pleasantries. From the beginning it reflected the witness of YHWH against His people in Samaria and Jerusalem. Its fulfillment would not take terriblyContinue reading
A Matter of Equality
Paul was in the midst of one of the most challenging and daunting tasks of the preacher: encouraging Christians to give financially for the support of others. Paul had determined he would soon go backContinue reading
The Word of YHWH to Micah
This is YHWH’s message that came to Micah of Moresheth during the time of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, which he saw concerning Samaria and Jerusalem (Micah 1:1). Amos of Tekoa had alreadyContinue reading
Contentment, Joy, and the Gift
I have great joy in the Lord because now at last you have again expressed your concern for me. (Now I know you were concerned before but had no opportunity to do anything.) I amContinue reading
Receiving
Therefore let us confidently approach the throne of grace to receive mercy and find grace whenever we need help (Hebrews 4:16). In Acts 20:35, the Apostle Paul preserved the words of the Lord Jesus: itContinue reading
New Testament Textual Criticism: Why It Matters
Around two thousand years ago, Jesus of Nazareth went about the land of Israel doing good, healing the sick, casting out demons, accomplishing other signs and wonders, and teaching the Israelites regarding the Kingdom ofContinue reading
Our Iniquity Falls on Him
It was another sunny day in the desert. An important official from Africa, the treasurer of Kandake of Ethiopia, had come to prostrate himself before YHWH God of Israel and was on his way toContinue reading
The Letter of the Church of God in Rome to the Church of God in Corinth (Clement to the Corinthians; 1 Clement)
Dissension had arisen among the Christians in Corinth again. Paul and Peter were gone; the time of the apostles was passing away. The elders of the church in Rome determined to write to encourage theContinue reading
Rejoice in Peace
Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I say, rejoice! Let everyone see your gentleness. The Lord is near! Do not be anxious about anything. Instead, in every situation, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, tellContinue reading