Is the Gospel for Israel?

  •   Aug 14, 2022   •     •   Acts 22:30–23:11

Standing before Judah’s leaders, Paul got to the core of his message—the hope and resurrection of the dead. Facts revealed to us in Scripture are the historical foundation for Christianity: … Continue reading

When Do Words Not Work?

  •   Aug 07, 2022   •     •   Acts 21:37–22:29

Paul is under arrest in Jerusalem. The citizens view him as a traitor because they believe the gospel undermines the law, the temple, and the sacrifices. The Roman officials don’t … Continue reading

Sound Doctrine and Life

  •   Jul 31, 2022   •     •   Titus 2:1–10

In Titus 2, Paul instructs Titus to teach the Cretans to pursue godly living according to sound doctrine. He exhorts various groups of people: older men and women, younger men … Continue reading

Life with Integrity

  •   Jul 24, 2022   •     •   Psalm 101

Sometimes called The Prince’s Psalm, David wrote about the kind of leadership he wanted to exercise as king over Israel. Throughout history, Christians have found these eight verses instructive for … Continue reading

Leaders

  •   Jul 17, 2022   •     •   Titus 1:5–16

Titus 1 teaches about the gift of godly elders. Elders are qualified leaders in the church appointed to lead, instruct, and protect God’s people. Specific character and competencies must mark … Continue reading

Grace and Peace

  •   Jul 10, 2022   •     •   Titus 1:1–4

Titus 1:1–4 covers the introduction to Titus. Within this greeting, Paul speaks about his ministry as a trusted apostle, Timothy’s role as a faithful coworker, and God’s generous gifts of … Continue reading

Life at a Crossroads

  •   Jul 03, 2022   •     •   Psalm 126

Probably written upon Judah’s return to Jerusalem, Psalm 126 is about transitions. Believers have experienced God’s extraordinary blessings—most notably, salvation! Yet, believers also know trials continue. Still, in the midst … Continue reading

Life Under a Shepherd

  •   Jun 26, 2022   •     •   Psalm 80

Known as a community lament, Psalm 80 is a prayer written when Assyria attacked the northern kingdom of Israel around 722 BC. The author knows God is their only hope, … Continue reading

Surviving Life’s Storms

  •   Jun 19, 2022   •     •   Luke 6:43–49

At the end of Luke 6, Jesus explains that his disciples are those who build their lives upon Jesus and his word. All circumstances of one’s life test and reveal … Continue reading

Life as a Fool

  •   Jun 12, 2022   •     •   Psalm 53

Jesus fulfills the prophecy in Psalm 53 and “restores the fortunes of his people” by taking away their sin at the cross and will restore them completely when he comes … Continue reading