The Authority of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew
Jesus demonstrated his authority in many ways in Matthew. And he also delegated authority to his church to take the gospel out into the world.
Theology
These blog posts are all theological in nature but not general Bible studies or devotionals.
Revelation: A Tale of Two Cities
Revelation is the tale of two cities. God’s city. And the world. While the world seems stronger, in the end, God’s city is victorious.
What Did Jesus Mean by ‘Take Care of My Sheep’?
After his resurrection, Jesus commissioned Peter to take care of his sheep. A task given to all pastors and teachers. Feeding the flock.
The Importance of Having Right Beliefs
As a Christian, how important are ‘right beliefs’? Does it really matter what I believe so long as Jesus is my savior and I live a good life?
The Upside-Down Nature of the Kingdom of God
The kingdom of God is unlike anything else we find in this world. The upside-down nature of the kingdom celebrates the weak and powerless.
What Is the Significance of the Cross?
The cross represents many things to different people. But the significance of the cross is mostly in what happened there with Jesus’ victory.
Pentecost and the Valley of Dry Bones
Ezekiel’s vision of a valley of dry bones that God gave life to is a look ahead to the life-giving Spirit of God that came at Pentecost.
Is God in All Things?
Is God in all things? Your answer to that will likely depend on your view of God. But I do believe that, in a sense, he is in all things.
Why Is Salvation Described as a Plan?
Salvation is often times described as a plan. And that is very appropriate. Salvation has been God’s plan from the beginning of creation.
The Intermediate State for Believers
What happens to the believer between their physical death and their resurrection at the last day? What is this intermediate state we are in?
