At times we all need a new start. Even a short break or vacation can provide a refresh. I enjoy long weekends. We don't often take them as a

Continuing our study of Colossians, Paul warns the church of things that can "disqualify" Christians, pulling them away from the substance o

At the beginning of this letter, Paul demonstrates how Christ is first and all-sufficient for the church. Nothing more is needed. Continuing

Epaphras visits Paul in prison and brings Paul news of the young church. The church is doing great! They strongly believe in Christ Jesus an

Paul, formed by his encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus (Acts 9), had a very different view of our world. He realized what it meant

Following God's covenants with Noah, Abraham, Moses, and David, we can see His faithfulness through the Old Testament. However, often repeat

Yahweh established a covenant with King David, known as the Davidic Covenant, in which the "house" of David would continually reign over God

Following Jesus requires humility. One of the basic principles we find in Scripture is "I cannot do this on my own." Following Jesus means w

Various types of covenants are used in the Bible. Covenants between people, a person and God, or a group of people with God, such as the Isr

In the Greco-Roman world of Paul's day, rhetoric and philosophy were highly valued. To be skilled in speech and rhetoric allowed one to pers

The Bible, given the size and literary styles, can be intimidating to read. If we are honest, I think most Christians struggle with reading

As the gospel of John closes, we circle back to the beginning. The disciples move from being huddled in fear to peace in the presence of Jes