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Monthly Archives: June 2026
Paul’s Testimony before Festus, Agrippa II, and Bernice
Bible Study series: Acts 26:1-32. One more time, Paul tells his testimony before rulers. God opened this door for him. They are still in Caesarea, on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea.
Increase Our Faith
Bible Study series: Luke 17:5-6. Just the size of a little mustard seed. No need to gin yourself up psychologically, mentally. Just surrender to Jesus and believe and trust him
Stumbling, Sinning, and Forgiving
Bible Study series: Luke 17:1-4. These are short commands with far-reaching effects. Let’s take them seriously.
Chief Priests and Elders Challenge Jesus’s Authority
Bible Study series: Matthew 21:23-27. He challenged them right back.
Jesus Speaks against a Fruitless Fig Tree
Bible Study series: Matthew 21:18-22. It’s another sign or visual statement directed at the Jerusalem and temple establishment. Mustard seed faith is taught in this post..
Apostles Creed + Scriptures
I like the ancientness of this statement. Including it at my website connects me to church history many centuries ago.
Chalcedonian Creed or Definition + Scripture
This post offers a table of the creed, plus Scripture.
Nicene Creed + First Council of Constantinople + Scriptures
A convenient table of the creed and Scriptures, supporting each line. Two additional tables on the Trinity + Scriptures are also included.
Paul’s Brief Defense before Festus
Bible Study series: Acts 25:1-27. God commissioned him to proclaim his testimony and defend against the injustice perpetrated by the Jerusalem establishment.
Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus
Bible Study series: Luke 16:19-31. This is a beloved parable about justice. It should be read in conjunction with the Parable of the Shrewd Manager.
The Law, the Kingdom of God, and Divorce
Bible Study series: Luke 16:14-18. Jesus included this brief teaching to show how the Old Law connects with his kingdom community. We need this teaching because the Torah is being pushed heavily right now in the American church.
Jesus Heals Blind and Lame and Answers Critics
Bible Study series: Matthew 21:14-17. The Father backed up his Son with divine authority and miracles.
Jesus Clears Out an Area of the Temple in Matthew’s Gospel
Bible Study series: Matthew 21:12-13. It was in the temple precincts, not the temple proper. It was another sign, a statement, against the Jerusalem and temple establishment.
“Wham!” “Click–it’s over!” My Review of Danny Silk’s Book ‘Culture of Honor’
This book is the seedbed of his later one Unpunishable. Let’s get to know the source of the errors and confusion through this review of the Culture of Honor, which was a tough slog for me.
Paul and Felix Discuss Biblical Topics, and Festus Succeeds Felix
Bible Study series: Acts 24:24-27. Paul saw an open door and went through it. He talked about faith in Jesus, righteousness, self-control, and judgment to come. What a full gospel presentation!
Parable of the Prudent Manager
Bible Study series: Luke 16:1-13. Sometimes he is called the “dishonest manager.” What does this mean? Why would Jesus tell such a parable? It is becoming my favorite because of its moving parts and subtleties. It should be read in conjunction with the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus.
Parable of the Lost, Spendthrift Son
Bible Study series: Luke 15:11-32. It’s about the Father’s love, forgiveness, and acceptance, once the sinner genuinely repents and turns around to prove his repentance.
Jesus Enters Jerusalem Triumphantly
Bible Study series: Matthew 21:1-11. The people shout their approval and are glad to see him.
Jesus Heals Two Blind Men Near Jericho, on the Way to Jerusalem
Bible Study series: Matthew 20:29-34: “Moved with compassion, he touched their eyes, and instantly they recovered their sight and followed him.”
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