2 Peter 1: Born Bondman
Peter was not only the slave of God, but a trained and highly skilled apostle. Here is lowest humbling and highest exaltation braided together. Continue reading 2 Peter 1: Born Bondman
1 and 2 Peter: Between Letters
The second century church accepted this document as having come from Peter’s hands, and almost unanimously accepted Peter’s second letter as well (and, of course, both were included in the canon of scripture). Continue reading 1 and 2 Peter: Between Letters
1 Peter: Tidy Ups
Just as Jesus was the example for the believers in Peter’s first century world, so Jesus is for us today. As free people, let us hupotasso one unto the other, for Christ’s sake, that God may be glorified. Continue reading 1 Peter: Tidy Ups
1 Peter 5: From Babylon
With the help of Silvanus, who would personally deliver apostle’s letter, Peter concluded his teaching with greetings from those who were with him, a final instruction to extend the love of Christ to each other, and a prayer they would experience the peace Jesus gives. Continue reading 1 Peter 5: From Babylon
1 Peter 5: Prowling Lion
Now Peter closed his letter with words of reassurance and a bracing up of courage. You are not alone! God is with you, I (Peter) am with you, and all the saints are with you in spirit. Continue reading 1 Peter 5: Prowling Lion
John 1:19-51
Like the overture to a symphony, John’s first chapter introduces themes he will revisit throughout his gospel, in this twenty-minute multi-media presentation. Continue reading John 1:19-51
Minor Prophets: Haggai, Sukkot
A month into the work, but the people’s spirits were flagging, and they needed a word from the Lord to lift them up.
Thankfully, soon it would be Sukkot, the Festival of Booths, and Haggai knew God had something to give them that would bring them great joy. Continue reading Minor Prophets: Haggai, Sukkot
1 Peter 5: Grace to the Humble
voluntary, and their yielding to the teaching and shepherding of the elders was to be willing. Continue reading 1 Peter 5: Grace to the Humble
1 Peter 5: Love, Generosity, Humility
“Whoever would elevate themselves will be brought low, and whoever would lower themselves will be lifted up.” –Jesus Continue reading 1 Peter 5: Love, Generosity, Humility
1 Peter 5: Presbyter and Episcopate
The sense of hierarchical governance and rule are completely wrong in the church setting. Continue reading 1 Peter 5: Presbyter and Episcopate
