In 3 John, there is a sharp contrast between one church member who loved Christ and his missionaries and another who loved to be first.
The garments and the consecration ceremony for the Aaron and his sons emphasize that the way to approach God is through a perfect priest...
Two parables directed against the religious leaders indicated why they would lose their management of the kingdom, and why others would take their place.
During a time of peace, God built up his church through the preaching of his word and powerful signs.