The Parable of the Barren Fig Tree: Jesus Expects Productivity
The parable of the fig tree is an objection lesson that teaches us to either produce or be judged.
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Rizpah: Vigilant Sentinel
This noble woman suffers because of Saul’s transgressions, not her own. But she perseveres despite horrific obstacles.
Esther: From Rags to Riches
The book of Esther is not only an adventure story, it is the Word of God. It teaches us God is always in control.
Preaching Evaluation
Here are some questions a preacher might ask him/herself when preparing a sermon.
Revelation: A Primer
Here are fifty basic terms associated with the book of Revelation.
Apollos: The Articulate Alexanderian
Apollos is called a brother and fellow-laborer with Paul.
Solomon: Romanticist to Pessimist
The life of Solomon serves to illustrate how bad decisions can ruin one’s future.
James – Three-Word Maxims
Here are short sentences that define the concepts throughout the book of James.
The Jew & Gentile Enigma: Romans 9-11
Paul addresses the question, “Where does Israel stand now since the sacrifice of Christ?
Justification: The Essential Doctrine (Romans 8)
The eighth chapter of Romans is the dynamic climax of everything Paul has written to this point. The first four verses are a good summary of the concept of justification.