Jesus was the master of ‘jugular vein’ communication, ‘chain saw’ illustration and ‘brass knuckle’ application Editorial cartoonists who seek to capture our imaginations on the central pages of the daily newspaper are brilliant communicators. With a turn of a pen and the mixing of images, this form of political satire thrusts truth in our face…
Recognizing and appreciating the awesome work of Bible translators, this study spotlights some aspects of God’s truth that rest just below the surface of Bible reading. Even though “out of sight,” these insights are not “out of reach” for those who diligently study God’s Word. This article looks carefully at the biblical interaction and communication…
As mentioned in Part 1 of this series…Bible translation is one of the most daunting linguistic tasks imaginable. We are grateful that the Lord enabled scholars to translate the original languages of the Bible and, as a result, billions of people can read and study God’s Word in their own languages. Recognizing and appreciating the awesome work…
Without a doubt, Bible translation is one of the most daunting linguistic tasks imaginable. We are grateful that the Lord enabled scholars to translate the original languages of the Bible and, as a result, billions of people can read and study God’s Word in their own languages. Recognizing and appreciating the awesome work of Bible…
INTRODUCTION What subject is addressed most often in the Bible? If your answer is “Salvation,” you are correct. Do you know the second most addressed subject in Scripture? It is “financial matters,” described in various ways, such as: wealth, possessions, stewardship, or giving. About 10% of the Bible deals with this topic, and its importance is…
Misunderstandings and Observations about Discipleship / Biblical Counseling Part 3 of this series highlighted the indivisible linkage between discipleship and biblical counseling. This linkage is evident by common terminology and ministries related to both discipleship and biblical counseling. In fact, an overview of the New Testament emphasizes that all believers can and should counsel biblically as…
There are few things more tragic than a person becoming a fool or a scoffer. A few of the terms that describe this type of person are juvenile delinquent, incorrigible, career criminal, rebellious, or self-centered. While anyone could display some aspects of a fool or scoffer briefly, fools and scoffers demonstrate their destructive behavior as…
There are few things more tragic than a person becoming a fool or a scoffer. A few of the terms that describe this type of person are juvenile delinquent, incorrigible, “know-it-all,” career criminal, belligerent, “smart-mouth,” rebellious, deviate, or self-centered. While anyone could display some aspects of a fool or scoffer for a short time, fools…
As a believer, how should you respond to help others, especially those who are in great difficulty? You should pray . . . but are you confident that your prayers are effective? You should communicate . . . but will your input be scripturally accurate or merely an echo of the world’s wisdom? You may…
Overcoming Sin Series…#1 Sin is one of the most emphasized subjects in God’s Word and, not surprisingly, sin is an aspect of life that is inherently devastating. Sin’s consequences are considerable in this life but, apart from God’s grace to save, profoundly severe in the life to come. Thankfully, God Almighty has provided an eternal…