Paul reported to the Philippians that his being in prison in Rome had actually produced the positive benefit of encouraging more preaching of the gospel. There were, no doubt, some who preached from bad motives, but Paul rejoiced anyway. In fact, he had a reason to rejoice, not only in prison but also in all circumstances, whether positive or negative, in life and even in death.
As we ended the first chapter of Ruth, there was a ray of hope for the two widows. Maybe they would not starve to...
In God’s second dispute with his people, recorded in Malachi 1:6-14, he accused the priests and the people of despising him. After they objected,...
While the Parable of the Good Samaritan is well known, it is easy to miss its shock value, its subtle surprises, and its connection...