Reading Time: 4 minutes
Romans 9–11 is often neglected in many Christian churches. Depending on where one falls on the nuances of Calvinism and millennialism, the content is challenging. . . .
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Jan. 23 | Application
Reading Time: 3 minutes
The word “leftover” sounds stale and unappealing. The Law of Moses instructed the Israelites to give the firstfruits of their labors, not the scraps. However, the Bible also has some positive things to say about leftovers . . .
Jan. 23 | Discovery
Reading Time: 2 minutes
How did Jesus cause some people to stumble and fall and others to “never be put to shame”?
Jan. 16 | Righteous Abraham
Reading Time: 4 minutes
Be careful of idolizing Bible characters. They all have feet of clay, and they can marginalize God as the real hero of the biblical narratives. That being said, Abraham is an imitable model of righteousness. . . .
Jan. 16 | Application
Reading Time: 3 minutes
Something in the human spirit wants to push back and assert our independence. When Jesus washed his disciples’ feet, Peter refused at first. On the surface his objection appeared humble, but in reality, pride was at work.
Jan. 16 | Discovery
Reading Time: 2 minutes
What is the spiritual difference between working for wages and receiving a gift?
Jan. 9 | Righteous Judgment
Reading Time: 4 minutes
Our first two lessons in Romans deal with God’s righteous character evident in his wrath and judgment. Beneath the radar was the tension between Jew and Gentile in regard to salvation.
Jan. 9 | Application
Reading Time: 3 minutes
In Romans 1, the apostle Paul lowers the hammer of God’s righteous wrath on Gentile sinners. Then in Romans 2, Paul pivots toward his Jewish readers . . .
Jan. 9 | Discovery
Reading Time: 2 minutes
In Romans 2:1-16, what comparisons and contrasts did Paul make between Jews and Gentiles?