Jesus the Storyteller: How His Parables Subverted Ancient Power Structures

The Radical Politics Behind Seemingly Simple Stories When most people think of Jesus’ parables, they imagine quaint moral lessons about kindness, generosity, or forgiveness. In Sunday school, the parables are…

Jesus in the Quran: ‘Isa ibn Maryam

Islam’s Revered Yet Reimagined Messiah Jesus, known in Arabic as ‘Isa ibn Maryam (“Jesus, son of Mary”), occupies a unique position in Islamic theology. Unlike Christianity, which emphasizes His dual…

Jesus vs. Caesar: Divine Lordship as Treason

One of the most politically explosive aspects of early Christianity was its claim that Jesus Christ, not the emperor, was Lord. In the Roman world, acknowledging Jesus as Kyrios (Greek…

The Second Adam: Paul’s Cosmic Remedy

How Christ Undoes Eden’s Curse In Christian theology, the concept of Jesus as the “Second Adam” is one of the Apostle Paul’s most profound insights into salvation history. In Romans…

The Gift of Forgiveness: Healing Hearts and Restoring Peace

Introduction Forgiveness is one of the most challenging commands Jesus gave us—yet it is also one of the most life-changing. When we forgive, we are not excusing the wrong; we…

The Healing Power of Forgiveness: Setting Hearts Free in Christ

Introduction Forgiveness is one of the most challenging commands Jesus gave, yet it’s also one of the most life-transforming. When wronged, our natural instinct is to hold onto the hurt.…

Peace in the Storm: Trusting God When Life Feels Out of Control

Introduction Life can feel like a storm—unexpected news, sudden changes, or overwhelming challenges can shake our peace. But in the middle of the chaos, God offers a calm that the…

Hope in the Valley: Trusting God When Life Hurts

Introduction Life’s valleys are unavoidable. They come in the form of loss, sickness, broken relationships, or personal failure. In those dark moments, hope can feel out of reach. But Scripture…

Hope Beyond the Horizon: Trusting God for a Brighter Tomorrow

Introduction Life has seasons of darkness—times when the horizon seems clouded, and the path ahead feels uncertain. In such moments, hope can feel distant. Yet, the Bible assures us that…

Finding Rest for Your Soul: Jesus’ Promise of Inner Peace

Introduction Life today can feel like a relentless race. We juggle responsibilities, battle uncertainty, and face challenges that seem to multiply by the day. In the middle of all this…