"Therefore be imitators of God as dear [beloved] children." Ephesians 5:1 The Greek word mimētēs can be translated “imitator” or “follower” (YLT) and is related to mathētēs, meaning “disciple” or “pupil.” Because the word “imitator” can refer either to...
If someone asked you what the greatest hindrance to the spread of Christianity was, what would you say? Would your answer be the sway of atheism, materialism, skepticism, or humanized religion? Well, these ideologies have been around for a long time and the Church has...
The Paradox of Leadership When we think of the word "leadership," a certain set of virtues typically comes to mind. In the high-stakes arena of professional sports, we define it by physical strength, unwavering perseverance, and the courage to take the final shot. In...
At first glance, it seems almost jarring to include Judas Iscariot in a study of the disciples of Jesus Christ. After all, this is the man whose name has become a global synonym for betrayal, the one who sold the Savior for thirty pieces of silver. Yet the biblical...
The Greek word "uihothesia" translated "adoption," occurs five times in the New Testament, all in Paul’s epistles (Rom. 8:15, 23; 9:4; Gal. 4:5; Eph. 1:5). It means "son placing," signifying the position of a son being given to someone to whom it does not naturally...
“In which you once walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit who now works in the sons of disobedience.” Ephesians 2:2 ”I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2...
We are living in a rapidly changing world. Events are drawing us closer to a one-world government, a one-world religion, and a one-world trade system. These significant developments affect all of humanity, regardless of country or culture. Politically, religiously,...
The book of Psalms is a multi-themed book. In it, we encounter themes of worship, thanksgiving, suffering, and redemption, to name but a few. Yet, in some of the Psalms, we also find celebrations of creation. The flagship of the Psalms of Creation is Psalm 8. Here we...
First, notice that each chapter has something to say about the Lord’s coming. And then note that each mention builds upon the previous one. “… you turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God, and to wait for His Son from heaven, whom He raised from the...
Claremont Bible Chapel Fall Conference November 13 - 15, 2026432 Harrison Ave. Claremont, CA Claremont Bible Chapel invite you to their fall conference with invited speakers Micah Tuttle and John Glock. The conference begins at 7:00 pm with two sessions, continues...
I will follow Thee, my Savior,Thou hast shed Thy blood for me;Lead me to the cleansing fountain,Where from sin I may be free. I will follow Thee, my Savior,Thou hast died to make me free;I am poor and weak and helpless,Therefore would I follow Thee. I will follow...
"…Greetings. My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials." James 1:1-2 A young college student had her scholarship cut, a family member fell seriously ill, and someone at school spread slander about her. During her daily Bible reading, she read...
As you open the Book of Job, you discover that God chose a righteous man who was full of pride, and that His method of bringing brokenness and humility to Job was through suffering. Chapters 1 and 2 establish the foundation for this divine work, which is shrouded in...
In 1994, I had the immense joy of marrying Audrey. We had been friends throughout our teenage years, and this friendship developed into love, nurtured by our mutual devotion to the Lord and His people. Audrey’s father was the first person to share the Gospel with our...
"It's a boy!" I gazed at my new son with excitement after a difficult and premature labor. His unusually shaped head caught me off guard as I noticed his large eyes open wide, as if to say, "I made it this far, Mom, now it's up to you." There was only quietness, no...
As a child, I learned the importance of praying in the Name of the Lord Jesus from my parents and from godly men as they prayed publicly. In recent years, I have noticed some brethren closing their prayers with a simple “Amen.” Yet it is through Christ that we have...
The book of Jonah is a prophetic book, yet it does not present prophecies in the same way as other biblical books in its genre. Instead, it is a story about the prophet himself. As we read Jonah, one important question must be asked: If God were to write a book...
The false doctrine of generational curses (“ancestral curses”) is very popular within some groups of Christians, especially in charismatic circles. Generational curses refer to judgments or consequences that are believed to be passed on to individuals because of sins...
Matthew 13:33 says, “Another parable He spoke to them: ‘The kingdom of heaven is like leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal till it was all leavened.’ ” Known as the Kingdom Parables, the “Parable of the Leaven” is the fourth in this series...
Vessels of Honor Conference 2026 May 22–25, 2026Calvary University, Belton MO For ages: 18+ the theme for this year’s conference is "Timeless Truth: The Relevant Word of God” with speakers Bob Upton & David Hollingsworth. Elective Speakers are John & Ann...