Whole Gospel To Whole World
But the Lord hurled a great wind upon the sea, and there was a mighty tempest on the sea, so that the ship threatened to break up (Jon. 1:4). Jonah 1:4 illustrates God’s sovereignty and power through His forceful intervention, as seen in the Hebrew verb tul (טוּל), meaning "hurled," which conveys deliberate and forceful... Continue Reading →
Make haste, O God, to deliver me! Make haste to help me, O Lord! (Ps. 70:1) In the first verse, the psalmist declares "make haste" and "deliver me." These two imperatives in the Hebrew ח֭וּשָׁה and לְהַצִּילֵ֑נִי, show an urgency and desperation for the Lord to help. It shows the author's complete dependence on the... Continue Reading →
Then I fell at his feet to worship him, but he said to me, "Do not do that; I am a fellow servant of yours and your brothers and sisters who hold the testimony of Jesus. Worship God! For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy" (Rev. 19:10). What a powerful verse to... Continue Reading →
"Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path." -Psalm 119:105What a fantastic verse of the day because it illustrates how God's word truly guides us day by day. This verse reminds me of what Jesus said about himself in John 8:12: "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows... Continue Reading →
Introduction The Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20) calls all believers to share the gospel, yet this mission is often fraught with challenges like cultural barriers and misconceptions. Effective evangelism requires a combination of biblical principles, relational approaches, and cultural sensitivity. One such challenge I faced was while speaking with a Muslim friend and his wife. Their... Continue Reading →
“The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.” (Prov. 16:1) This verse demonstrates God's sovereignty over human will. The human may plan out what they desire to do, but the final decision or answer comes from the Lord. Jeremiah 10:23 also expresses this same idea:... Continue Reading →
Proverbs 14:9: "Fools mock at making amends for sin, but goodwill is found among the upright." In this verse, the Hebrew word "אַשְׁמָה" (ashmah), meaning "guilt" or "offense," stands out. The proverb contrasts the attitudes of fools and the upright toward sin. Fools dismiss the seriousness of sin and the necessity of repentance, often mocking... Continue Reading →
Introduction The books of Daniel and Esther, though separated by several decades in history, offer profound insights into God’s providence, faithfulness, and the fulfillment of His promises. Both books narrate the experiences of Jewish individuals in foreign lands—Daniel in Babylon and later Persia, and Esther in Persia. Through their stories, we see God’s hand at... Continue Reading →
Proverbs 15:1 states, "A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." This verse emphasizes the power of gentle speech to defuse anger and conflict, while harsh words can escalate tension. The important Hebrew word here is "מַעֲנֶה" (ma'aneh), meaning "answer" or "response." One notable example that illustrates the principle of... Continue Reading →
The Second Coming of Christ stands as a cornerstone of Christian eschatology, a doctrine that has captivated and inspired believers throughout history. This anticipated event, often referred to as the Parousia, signifies the moment when Jesus will return to Earth to fulfill the remaining prophecies, execute divine judgment, and establish God's eternal kingdom. The New... Continue Reading →
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