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Following God and Faithfulness Are Not the Same
Following God involves more than an initial decision. Explore biblical faithfulness, perseverance, and the daily practice of allegiance to Christ.
Paul Preached the Gospel to Christians
Why did Paul preach the gospel to Christians? Read Romans 1 and 1 Corinthians 15 in context to see how the gospel continues to shape believers.
The World Between Malachi and Matthew: The 400 Years That Changed Everything
Explore the world between Malachi and Matthew: Persian, Greek, Hasmonean, and Roman rule, and the Jewish setting behind the New Testament.
Not Every Theologian Makes a Good Theologian
What makes a responsible theologian? Consider the difference between collecting information, interpreting Scripture, and teaching with humility.
Jesus Didn’t Need to Repent—So Why Was He Baptized?
Why was Jesus baptized if he did not need repentance? Examine Matthew 3, John’s ministry, and Jesus’ identification with Israel’s calling.
A Spiritual Body Is Still a Body
What does Paul mean by a spiritual body? Explore 1 Corinthians 15, bodily resurrection, and the contrast between mortality and life in the Spirit.
Marcion Never Really Left
How does Marcion’s legacy surface in modern Bible reading? Examine the separation of Jesus from Israel’s Scriptures and the apostolic gospel.
Reading Jesus Without John: What Would Change?
How would our picture of Jesus change without John’s Gospel? Compare John with Matthew, Mark, and Luke while respecting each Gospel’s witness.
More Than an Apologetic: Reading 1 Peter 3:14–17 as Peter Intended
Read 1 Peter 3:14–17 in its setting of suffering, hope, and faithful conduct. Explore why giving an answer requires gentleness and a clear conscience.
Bar Enash and Bar Elahin Why “Son of Man” and “Son of God” Are Not Interchangeable Titles
Explore the Aramaic expressions bar enash and bar elahin in Daniel, and why their literary settings matter for Son of Man and Son of God language.
Restoring Apostolic Faith 