A depressingly common theme that runs through human history is the oppression of the poor by the rich. In the first century, Christians were often on the side of the poor and oppressed. Certainly the readers of James’ letter were in that category. In James 5:1-12, we find warnings about the dangers of wealth and encouragement when we find ourselves unjustly treated. We can respond well, because something is about to happen in history to put all things right!
From several texts in the New Testament, this message answers four questions: What is the meaning of baptism? Who should be baptized? How should...
On the night he was betrayed, Jesus gave new meaning to the Passover in a meal that he gave to participants in the New...
As we approach the end of 2019 and the beginning of 2020, we learn from John 7:1-31 how Jesus approached time and timing. He...