Bible Study
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Did Jesus Die For Our Sins? A Look at the Doctrine of Substitutionary Atonement
Some truths are uncomfortable. Some Christian doctrines confront us with realities we’d rather not face. The substitutionary atonement of Christ is one of them. Simply put, substitutionary atonement is the […]
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Is Baptism Necessary for Salvation?
Few topics in Christian theology generate as much discussion as baptism and salvation. Some churches teach that baptism is necessary for salvation, while others (like Olney Baptist Church) say it […]
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Spurgeon on Genesis 1: Revisiting a Classic Commentary
Charles Haddon Spurgeon, widely regarded as the “Prince of Preachers,” left behind a rich legacy of biblical teaching. While he is best known for his sermons, he also provided deep […]
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The Prayer of Jabez: Does He Seek to Avoid Pain or Not Cause It?
This past Wednesday, I gave a Bible lesson at our church on the prayer of Jabez (I Chronicles 4:9-10) and questions were raised about the differences in English translations of […]
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Do You Believe God When He Speaks? A Lesson from Zacharias
In the Gospel of Luke, we are introduced to Zacharias (also spelled Zechariah), the father of John the Baptist, in a moment that challenges his faith. It also carries a […]
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The Believer’s Priesthood–A Look at “Priesthood” in I Peter 2:5 and 9
In 1 Peter 2:5 and 2:9, Peter describes believers as a “holy priesthood” and a “royal priesthood.” What does that mean? Inquiring minds want to know. 🙂 The Greek term […]
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God Hasn’t Given Up on You (So Don’t Give up on Him)
Exhausted and despairing, a Jewish prophet stumbled his way through the Negev wilderness. Covered in dust, his hair matted and his face bearing signs of fatigue and stress, Elijah was […]
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What Does the Bible Say About Abortion?
Many claim the Bible says nothing about abortion. They are wrong to make that claim. The reason they (erroneously) believe the Bible is silent on abortion is because the word […]
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A Lesson From Michael
Yesterday (September 29) was Michaelmas (otherwise known as “the Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael”). I have a confession to make. Until this year, I never really paid attention […]
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Security for a Stranger? A Devotional Reflection on Proverbs 11:15 (KJV)
The Book of Proverbs is one of my favorite books in the Bible. Indeed, it’s among my favorite books period! Anyone who wants wisdom –and that should be all of […]
