John (Part One)

John presents Jesus, not as a phantom emanation, but as the reality, transcending the shadows represented by the temporal physical life.

Sons of Thunder (Part Two)

James and John do not appear to have been selfish, but men of action ready to meet a challenge.

Sons of Thunder (Part One)

In Mark 3:16-19, Jesus calls the disciples. He gives the brothers James and John a nickname, or title, "Boanerges," which is Greek for "Sons of Thunder."

Matthew (Part Twenty-Six)

True greatness does not come from dominance but from serving with the attitude of a slave. Willingness to sacrifice self is the secret to success.

Revelation 10 and the Laodicean Church

Revelation 10 and 11 describe a time before the Tribulation and the Day of the Lord, a time when the last of the seven thunders rumbles to a faint whimper.

The Elijah Syndrome

Elijah fell into a dilemma of either fearing God or fearing man, and ended up fearing Jezebel rather than God, thinking he was alone in his zeal for God.

How to Be a Bad Disciple

Matthew (Part One)

Matthew wrote his account with the Jews in mind, repeatedly saying, 'This was done to fulfill the prophets,' emphasizing the law and the Kingdom of God.

Mercy

Mercy is an important dimension of God's character, displayed by our compassion on and forgiveness of those over whom we have power.