Today, we’re diving into one of the most fascinating chapters in history—the birth and explosive growth of the early Christian church. I’m talking about the years between 30 AD and 500 AD, when a small group of Jesus’ followers grew into a movement that reshaped the Roman Empire and beyond.
The First 500 Years of Christianity Read More
(Sorry for the misspelling on the whiteboard) I was surprised I got pushback from a class one Sunday while teaching about St. Stephen’s martyrdom. I came to the part where some Jews debated Stephen, but “None of them could stand
As believers in Christ, we are empowered by God amid a chaotic world. Living by the Holy Spirit’s power, we are called to be witnesses for Jesus and share the Good News.
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John, the Apostle, reflects on writing the Book of John nearly 100 years after Jesus’ birth. Aware of emerging heresies, he feels compelled to document his experiences and insights about Christ’s divine nature. Guided by the Holy Spirit, he begins with “In the beginning,” using the term Logos to represent Jesus’ essence.
In a world of conflicting truths, Christians must exercise discernment and avoid falling into dichotomies. By embracing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, we can display the love of God through good works.
When Jesus enters a life, He brings about inward transformation, resulting in love and purpose. Christians share these traits regardless of social status or background. Pleasing Jesus is the ultimate goal.
We Are Much the Same Read More
Our world is marked by disturbing events, rumors, and societal upheavals. This turmoil seems to align with biblical prophecies. Despite the uncertainty, the message is clear: embrace faith, share it, and live accordingly.
The absence of punctuation in Hebrew raises challenges for translators. However, we use a dot to signify the end of a thought in English. However, each of us has a dot in our future. Life’s dot is inevitable, but for believers, it marks the beginning of a new story.
As believers, we know that “God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.” But I wonder if we understand how true this verse is.
“The old system under the law of Moses was only a shadow, a dim preview of the good things to come, not the good things themselves.” Hebrews 10:1 NLT From the law of Moses, God established laws that showed humanity
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