Bible Studies

No Mere Mortals

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Concluding a sermon in 1941 entitled “The Weight of Glory”, C.S. Lewis said: “Meanwile the cross comes before the crown and tomorrow is a Monday morning. A cleft has opened in the pitiless walls of the world, and we are invited to follow our great Captain inside. The following Him is, of course, the essential … Read more

1 Peter 1-3 in a Nutshell

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As children of God and citizens of Heaven you are living for now in a foreign land as strangers and aliens. This world is not your home. It is not where your citizenship lies. Your citizenship is in Heaven and your true residence is securely established there. You shouldn’t think it unusual or unexpected that … Read more

The Greetings of Paul

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Romans – “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ!” 1 Corinthians – “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ!” 2 Corinthians – “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ!” Galatians – “Grace and peace … Read more

Recipients of the Apostle Paul’s Letters

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A glance at the recipients of the Apostle Paul’s letters: Romans – “to all those loved by God in Rome, called to be saints.” 1 Corinthians – “to the church of God that is in Corinth, to those who are sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be saints, with all those in every place … Read more

The Apostle Paul’s Credentials

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Here’s a quick listing of the way Paul identifies himself as he opens his letters. Romans – “From Paul, a slave of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel …” 1 Corinthians – “From Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God …” 2 … Read more

How Much Does God Love Us?

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Shortly before crossing the Kidron Valley to the Garden of Gethsemane, where He would be betrayed, Jesus prayed for His disciples and all who would believe through their testimony. His prayer is recorded in John 17 and in it He shares His heart. He prays that we will be one just as He and the … Read more