Gospel of John

connection and credits them for their religiousness. Among Epicurean and Stoic philosophers, Paul uses his intellectual heft to gain credibility which lays the foundation for him to share the gospel. Paul concludes his apologetic by talking to them about resurrection and uses it pave the way to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ’s resurrection. This is just one example of the many times Paul practices apologetics in a successful…

questioning our call as leaders. But with a strong relationship and trust like Daniel will get us through the toughest times This type of understanding about Gods presence and confidence in God seems to be very essential in a leaders life. Conclusion John Piper defines spiritual leadership as - “Knowing where God wants people to be and taking the initiative to use God’s methods to get them there in reliance on God’s power. The answer to where God wants people to be is in a spiritual condition…

Although neither the Greek word for "forgiveness" (charizomai) nor the Greek word for "reconciliation" (apokatallasso) appear in the letter of Paul to Philemon, they are major themes carried throughout the letter. In Philemon, Paul's sentiment is to usher in forgiveness and restore relationship between Philemon and Onesimus (Plm. 1:8-10, 16-17). After having explained what forgiveness and reconciliation is in terms of Christ (2 Cor. 5:18-12; Col. 1:19-23) Paul shows us what it might look like…

INTRODUCTION Unfortunately, it is not entirely clear from Scripture why Paul wrote to the Ephesian Church back in 62 A.D. from behind the bars of a Roman prison. However, Acts 20:31 (READ THE TEXT) reveals Paul spent three years in Ephesus so he knew the Ephesians well, so one theory as to why Paul wrote Ephesians can be found in (TEXT) Eph. 6:21 in which Paul says, “so that you may also know how I am and what I am doing.” From the text, it can be concluded that Paul was simply letting the…

Platt addresses the thought of how we can take back our faith from the American vision and how our lives will be radically changed when we view death as a reward. In the beginning of this book Platt brings up how our churches are making a nice middle class American Jesus. By this he means we made a materialistic Jesus who does not call us to give away anything or expect us. A Jesus who is okay with us being comfortable, balanced, avoiding danger and okay with us doing devotionals on our time,…

The socioeconomic combination is great; no one is considered an outsider. There are all races, and religious groups eating, joking in an environment of heartfelt care and love. It is evident that the volunteer staff value connecting and building lasting relationships for Christ. Matthew 25:35-36 (KJV) “For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: Naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and…

5:15-17). Jesus came to reconcile humanity with their creator God. Often our limiting of Jesus comes from our upbringing—much like Nathaniel in the New Testament. When Nathaniel first heard about Jesus he asked, “Can anything good come from Nazareth?” (John 1:46). In this question he was revealing, according to Timothy Keller his pride and prejudice that lead to his dismissiveness…

Philippians 2:1-11 The main point is to pursue unity, It’s an exaltation to unity, having the same mindset, humility promotes unity and consideration of others. In doctrine and the work of Jesus. Nevertheless, meaning, to love God, fellowship with each other and with and humble spirit, and esteem others higher than yourself; in other words, look out for each other. Philippians 2:1-4. What are your most significant observation of the passage? Intimating Christ humility, and his attitude.…

The parable of the mustard seed is one seen throughout the Gospels. In this parable, the kingdom of God is represented by a mustard seed. This particular seed is one of the smallest seeds in the world, but it grows into a large tree. This parallel is used to show that we, although sometimes not very significant or good just like the seed, can be grown into a prospering Christian, and the kingdom of God can grow in us in the same manner. An alternate of this parable is the parable of the yeast,…

of Mark, Jesus is seen through his countless journeys teaching, healing, and providing. Many see him as a hero, though others, such as his hometown, Nazareth, reject him. In the opening of Mark 1, Jesus’ first appearance sees him being baptized by John the Baptist. Once Jesus is becoming what he was set out to do, being the true son of God, the suffering messiah. As he meets his demise in Mark 15 to his miraculous resurrection in Mark 16. Even though people in the Book of Mark have many…