Jonathan T.
Who do you say Jesus is? (part 3)
Who Do You Say Jesus Is? The Apostolic Confession of the Son of God The identity of Jesus Christ is the central question of the Christian faith. It's the question
Who do you say Jesus is? (part 2)
Growing in the Knowledge of Our Lord Jesus Christ Our understanding of Jesus Christ is the bedrock of our faith. It’s not a static concept but a journey of continuous discovery, a process of “growing in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” (2 Peter 3:18). This journey is vital, for…
Who do you say Jesus is? (part 1)
The question Jesus posed to his disciples in Caesarea Philippi remains one of the most vital questions we can ever face: “Who do you say that I am?” While the crowds had various opinions—some believed he was John the Baptist, Elijah, or another prophet—Jesus zeroed in on his disciples for a more intimate answer. He…
No Other Gospel (part 2)
In his passionate letter to the Galatians, the Apostle Paul issues a stern and urgent warning. He marvels, with a tone of shocked disbelief, that the believers are “turning away so soon from Him who called you in the grace of Christ, to a different gospel” (Galatians 1:6). He is so adamant about the purity…
No Other Gospel (part 1)
The Apostle Paul opens his letter to the churches in Galatia not with his usual warm greetings, but with a tone of urgent astonishment. “I marvel,” he writes, “that you are turning away so soon from Him who called you in the grace of Christ, to a different gospel” (Galatians 1:6). His words, recorded nearly…
Faith That Works: An Exposition of James 2:14-26
The concept of faith is a cornerstone of the Christian life. The sinner is saved by faith (Ephesians 2:8-9), the believer is called to walk by faith (2 Corinthians 5:7), and without faith, it is impossible to please God (Hebrews 11:6). Indeed, the Bible posits that whatever is done apart from faith is sin (Romans…
God’s Promise to Those Who Fear Him: A Beacon of Hope Amidst Despair
The book of Malachi reaches its crescendo with God’s sixth and final message to Israel, delivered through His faithful prophet. In Malachi 3:13-4:6, God confronts the arrogant words of His people, contrasting them sharply with the quiet devotion of those who genuinely fear Him. This passage serves as a powerful testament to divine justice, promising…
God Calls for Israel to Return to Him: A Plea for Faithfulness
In the unfolding drama of Malachi, God has meticulously laid bare Israel’s spiritual decline. He first affirmed His unwavering love, then pointedly rebuked the priesthood for their profound disrespect. Now, in His fifth message (Malachi 3:6-12), God addresses two incredulous questions from the people: “How shall we return?” and “How did we rob You?” The…
God Promises to Show There Is a God of Justice
The book of Malachi continues to unfold God’s interactions with a wayward Israel. Having confirmed His enduring love in the first message and rebuked the priesthood’s disrespect in the second, God now turns His attention to the nation’s profound unfaithfulness. In Malachi 2:17 – 3:5, we find God’s third message, a powerful declaration that promises…