Articles
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Embracing the Underwater Creation
Dr. John Hill, a passionate NAUI scuba diver and instructor, finds the ocean to be a divine masterpiece, reflecting God’s creativity. Diving reveals a symphony of life forms, demonstrating God’s command to fill the waters with creatures. Encounters with majestic… Continue reading
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Heroes of Faith: Charles Gradison Finney
Charles Grandison Finney, born in 1792, faced limited education and religious guidance in rural New York. His legal studies led to a spiritual awakening in 1821, inspiring his journey as a revivalist preacher. He played a crucial role in shaping… Continue reading
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Heroes of Faith: Wang Ming-Dao
Wang Ming-Dao, a significant figure in Chinese Christianity, was born in 1900 and founded the Peking Christian Tabernacle in 1925. He staunchly opposed the state-controlled Three-Self Patriotic Movement, leading to his imprisonment from 1957 to 1979. Despite enduring severe hardship,… Continue reading
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Theological Themes and Historical Context of 1 Samuel 15:34 – 16:13
The passage from 1 Samuel 15:34 to 16:13 depicts the rejection of Saul as king and the anointing of David, symbolizing key themes in Israel’s history. It reflects divine sovereignty, the significance of obedience, prophetic authority, and the spiritual dimension… Continue reading
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The Transition from Judges to Kingship in Israel
Lectionary Year B: June 9 ~ 1 Samuel 8:4-11, (12-15), 16-20, (11:14-15). IntroductionGood day, everyone. Today, we are diving into a pivotal moment in Israel’s history as recorded in 1 Samuel 8:4-11, (12-15), 16-20, (11:14-15). This passage marks the transition… Continue reading
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An Examination of Mark 3:20-35: Historical and Theological Insights
The passage Mark 3:20-35 in the Gospel of Mark encapsulates pivotal themes: misunderstanding, Jesus’ mission, and redefined familial and spiritual relationships. It reflects the historical context of upheaval for the Jewish people and the theological depth of Jesus’ response to… Continue reading
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Phoenicia: An Ancient Maritime Power
(Note: I presented on this topic at a recent meeting, and was asked to share the information for other friends and brothers. This existed in outline form, but I have tried to capture the essence in this longer blog post.… Continue reading
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Christ as the True Vine: Exploring the Depths of John 15:1-8
In John 15:1-8, Jesus uses the metaphor of the vine and branches to illustrate the vital connection between Him, His followers, and the Father. This metaphor emphasizes Christ’s exclusivity and sufficiency as the source of spiritual life, the Father’s role… Continue reading
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Christ as the Good Shepherd:
The passage in John 10:11-18 presents the metaphor of Jesus as the Good Shepherd, emphasizing sacrificial love, intimate knowledge of His flock, inclusivity in His mission, and obedience to the Father. This image offers pastoral guidance and inspires art, and… Continue reading
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“No Other Name”
Lectionary Acts 4:5-12 (NKJV) 5 And it came to pass, on the next day, that their rulers, elders, and scribes, 6 as well as Annas the high priest, Caiaphas, John, and Alexander, and as many as were of the family of the high priest,… Continue reading