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.
Ever since there began to be two groups preaching and baptizing, there were those who wanted to set up a competition between them. In...
Even as he adapted his defense to the hostile Jewish audience, Paul did not shrink back from emphasizing that the gospel is for all...
One of the most familiar of Jesus’ parables is the Good Samaritan, found only in Luke 10:25-37. Jesus told the parable in a conversation...