Sure, everyone’s heard of David’s victory over Goliath. It’s a story that retains its enduring charm in people’s minds. But probe deeper in the text, and we shall begin to see the bible account presents conflicting information—or what looks like it: The ESV states David “struck down the Philistine and killed him” with the sling…
THE REFORMED COVENANT PERSPECTIVE Picture the Jerusalem temple in its final days—smoke rising from countless animal sacrifices, priests busy with ritual duties, the old covenant system operating as it had for centuries. Now fast-forward to Hebrews 13:15: “Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly…
When the Apostle Paul stood before the philosophers at Mars Hill, he delivered an insightful statement about human unity: “And he made from one man every nation of mankind to live on all the face of the earth” (Acts 17:26, ESV). But which “one man” did Paul have in mind—Adam or Noah? The question has…
Few questions in New Testament scholarship generate as much heat as the authorship of 2 Peter. Modern critics routinely dismiss it as pseudonymous—a pious fraud written decades after Peter’s death. The epistle faces such sustained attack that even some evangelical scholars have abandoned ship. But the scholarly consensus isn’t as solid as it appears. While…
UNDERSTANDING JESUS’ COMMAND IN MATTHEW 6 “But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” — Matthew 6:6 At first glance, Jesus’ command to pray in secret seems puzzling. If prayer is good,…
The account of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5:1-11 continues to puzzle readers. In particular, one detail appears almost inexplicable: how could Sapphira remain unaware of her husband’s sudden death and burial for three hours? Critics argue the scenario defies cultural norms of first-century Palestine. Immediate family notification would have been customary there, they argue….
Recent archaeological discoveries at Tel Megiddo continue to reveal evidence of Egyptian military presence during the late 7th century BC, precisely when King Josiah met his tragic end. Yet for Bible readers, a puzzling question emerges from the historical accounts: where exactly did this righteous king of Judah die? The answer touches one of the…
AND WHY DID JESUS PRAISE THE FORMER? Jesus spoke one of the most perplexing statements in Scripture: “For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it” (Matthew 16:25). At first glance, this seems contradictory. How can losing one’s life be good while wasting it…
Perhaps you’ve witnessed disturbing behavior in a professing Christian, or you’ve struggled with persistent sin and wondered if something darker is at work. “Can Christians Be Demon Possessed?” you wonder. This isn’t merely academic theology—it strikes at the heart of our assurance and understanding of salvation itself. The Bible’s answer is clear and comforting: genuine…
In some churches, a seductive teaching has gained momentum: Dominion Theology. Also known as the “Seven Mountains Mandate” or “Kingdom Now” theology, this movement claims Christians are called to take control of society’s key institutions—government, media, education, arts, business, family, and religion—to establish God’s kingdom on earth. While this sounds inspiring to believers who want…
