The Christological passages of the New Testament are some of the most beautiful. You can almost hear the love in the voice of the writer. Not only do they inform us of Christian metaphysics, they also inspire us … Continue reading
One of the benefits of Christian ministry is the opportunity to discuss and debate with fellow believers holding an assortment of views. It is amazing to me how often in these discussions people who defend the Bible as … Continue reading
While reading the story of the paralytic healed by Jesus at the Bethesda Pool, I was struck by Jesus’ second encounter with the man. In John 5:14, after the man was healed and obeyed Jesus, he was scolded by others for carrying his mat in violation of the Sabbath. In the exchange he pointed out that he had been commanded, by an unknown person who had healed him, to carry the mat. Later, Jesus meets him again and warns him: “Stop sinning or something worse may happen to you” (NIV). This short passage speaks volumes, but it doesn’t say what many claim to hear in it.
Continue readingIn chapter 6 of the gospel of John, Jesus miraculously feeds a crowd with five loves of barley bread and two fish. What fascinates me about this story is the very natural response of the people. According to … Continue reading
Jesus’ resurrection was not simply one of many possible scenarios. It was the only possibility.
Continue readingI find John’s disciples interesting and see in them something very common to humanity and especially common in today’s church.
Continue readingToo many modern skeptics mistakenly believe their arguments are unique and have never been answered.
Continue readingJesus, our Master Builder, is building his temple and his priesthood and we have looked at each of these. Today we look at his work to fashion a holy chosen people. God’s plan of salvation has always included … Continue reading
