This brief passage causes a range of responses from Gentiles, from surprise to consternation to offense. It could also inspire hope toward God. … More Breaking Down Barriers

What’s striking about this passage is that the Jews were again picking up stones to stone Jesus. Just like the last time He was threatened (John 8:59), Jesus was walking in the temple in Jerusalem (John 10:22).  … More Jesus is God

It’s a fine distinction, but a distinction that is important in God’s relationship with us.  … More More Than Saved

What is your favorite Bible verse?  … More Favorite Bible Verse

This week we’re preparing for Palm Sunday by exploring how the Old Testament Reading informs us about Holy Week.  … More Vindicated by God

The Epistle Reading for next week might catch you off guard, given this is a season of Lent. Since the passage focuses on sharing Jesus with the world, if feels more like a reading for the season of Epiphany. Yet it still connects with Lent.  … More Ambassadors for Christ

This is a sobering, but necessary, teaching of Jesus. It surely fits with the season of Lent.  … More Universal Sin

In the United States, the past decade is sometimes said to be the most contentious since the 1960s. Political, racial, and class strife have taken a toll on the country. How does God work to keep Christians from engaging in this strife?  … More No Distinction