Jesus concluded his final discourse with his disciples before his death in John 16:12-33. He developed previous lessons and added that they would have temporary sorrow that would change into lasting joy. In spite of our suffering in this world, Christians can have joy, peace, and courage, because Jesus has overcome the world.
After the dismal failures of Israel during the time of the judges, the restoration began with the birth of a son to a barren...
Paul continued to praise God for the benefits believers receive because of the sacrifice of the Son.
It is hard to imagine what the world would be like without Saul of Tarsus (the apostle Paul), but it would have been harder...