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  • Philippines Mission Report – April/May 2025

    On Saturday, April 26, I departed from Raleigh-Durham International Airport alongside Harold Jones and Chris Singleton for a mission trip to the Philippines on behalf of the Board of Foreign Missions (OFWBI). Our journey began at 7:30 a.m., taking us… Continue reading

  • Unwavering Faith: The Rechabites’ Testament of Obedience

    COMMENTARY As we open our Bibles to Jeremiah 35, we step into a powerful lesson on obedience and faithfulness. This chapter presents us with the story of the Rechabites, a family group known for their steadfast commitment to the commands… Continue reading

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • “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

  • “From Shadows to Light: A Lenten Journey of Transformation”

    Fourth Sunday of Lent (Year B)Numbers 21:4-9, Ephesians 2:1-10, and John 3:14-21 Dear brothers and sisters, as we journey through this sacred season of Lent, we embark on a journey of reflection, repentance, and renewal. Lent invites us into a… Continue reading

  • “Alive in Grace: A Journey from Death to Life”

    Ephesians 2:1-10The Fourth Sunday of Lent (Year B) Today we explore one of the most profound and transformative passages within the New Testament: Ephesians 2:1-10. In these verses, the Apostle Paul presents a vivid contrast between the life we once… Continue reading

  • “Lifted Up: The Path to Eternal Light”

    John 3:14-21The Fourth Sunday of Lent (Year B) Today, we delve into a profound passage from the Gospel of John 3:14-21. Here, Jesus engages in a deep and transformative conversation with Nicodemus, a Pharisee and a member of the Jewish… Continue reading