Some Greeks and Romans believed in the underworld, a place where people continue after death as shades or ghosts. This belief was reflected in the character of Patrocles in Homer’s The Iliad. He was mourned by Achilles in the central…
It is possible we might at times feel guilty for studying future hope, for emphasizing the joys to come such as being raised to immortal life and perfection. Some might say we believe God for a bribe, a spiritual payoff…
This discussion starter is for an experienced group of Bible readers. Beginners in reading the Bible and learning its contents might not have much to say about how “dangerous” the Bible can be to your thinking. The “safe Bible” is…
Jesus said, “The scriptures cannot be broken” (John 10:35). He referred with reverence to Moses and the prophets and Psalms. He saw his work as a continuation, not a break with the past. Some who read the Bible desperately want…
Following some explanation of “The Hands-On Concept”, a list of needed materials, and some set-up instructions, Jesus Our Passover Session 1 begins . . . Matthew 26:17-19. The first thing to know about Passover is that it is the first…
Believing and applying what we believe will result in our complete rescue by God. The Israelites were delivered that night, yet even they had more trials to endure before coming to the promised land. We are delivered through our faith…
“In Your presence is perfect joy; delights are ever in Your right hand.” (Psalms 16:11 JPS) All your life an unattainable ecstasy has hovered just beyond the grasp of your consciousness. C.S. Lewis, The Problem of Pain (ch. 10, “Heaven”).…
What we all want to see is Messianic redemption. We want to see the death of death with holiness swallowing up suffering. We long for the days of Messiah and cry, “Messiah now!” May he come speedily and soon, in…
. . . for Bible lovers who want more. More Old Testament. More Messianic redemption. More Jewish context. More rabbi from Galilee. More of the Jewish apostles. A holistic approach to reading and living the Bible. . . . an…
