In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. Hebrew
Read more →Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. Matthew 9:35 There are no references to synagogues in the Old Testament, but there are many in the Gospels and the book
Read more →For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile. Romans 1:16 I hope we can agree that all of the Old Testament and the New Testament
Read more →When they had crucified him, they divided up his clothes by casting lots. And sitting down, they kept watch over him there. Above his head they placed the written charge against him: THIS IS JESUS, THE KING OF THE JEWS. Matthew 27:35–37 When the Magi, or Wise Men, as
Read more →On the first day of the Festival of Unleavened Bread, when it was customary to sacrifice the Passover lamb, Jesus’ disciples asked him, “Where do you want us to go and make preparations for you to eat the Passover?” Mark 14:12 As Christians, we remember Jesus’ death
Read more →In fact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness. Hebrews 9:22 To the casual reader—and perhaps to you as well—there are parts of the Old Testament that are hard to understand or are difficult
Read more →Unlike the other high priests, he does not need to offer sacrifices day after day, first for his own sins, and then for the sins of the people. He sacrificed for their sins once for all when he offered himself. Hebrews 7:27 The book of Hebrews was
Read more →I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock and one shepherd. John 10:16 We know from Scripture that the Gospel was meant for the whole world.
Read more →Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19 Recalling terminology from yesterday, Jesus had Jewish disciples, and He also appointed twelve to be apostles. So then, who were the
Read more →Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 In order to “correctly handle” God’s Word, we need extra knowledge beyond it. This includes tools
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