The book of Jonah is a story of God's relationship and sovereignty over all creation and all kingdoms, revealing His mercy and the gospel through the life and ministry of the prophet Jonah, who was commissioned to preach to a Gentile nation and experienced a miraculous rescue and a song of praise. [... more]

Jesus teaches that our influence matters, and we should use it to bless others, not impress them. He also emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, faith, and obedience, and how these qualities can lead to spiritual growth and a deeper relationship with God. [... more]

The Apostle Paul's ministry in Corinth was marked by opposition from the Jewish community, but he persevered and eventually established a thriving church. Paul's message of Jesus Christ as the Messiah was met with hostility, but he continued to preach and teach, leading many to faith, including the synagogue ruler Crispus and his household. Paul's words to the Jewish people, 'Your blood be on your own heads,' serve as a reminder of the spiritual responsibility to share the truth of Jesus Christ with others, and the accountability that comes with failing to do so. [... more]

God's judgment is according to truth, and those who practice evil will be condemned. Hypocrisy is a threat to anyone who dares to stand in a pulpit and correct sinners when every preacher is himself a sinner. The goodness of God leads to repentance, but those who despise his goodness will be judged according to their deeds. Every single sin we ever commit is exposed to God's perfect judgment, and we will be judged according to our works, both good and bad. [... more]

The study of Bible prophecy offers spiritual protection and assurance, verifying the nature and character of God. Current events in the Middle East, particularly in Iran and Israel, are unfolding according to prophecy. The situation in Iran is crucial, with the regime's existence in question, and the potential for a surprise attack on Israel and Gulf states. Meanwhile, China's rise as a global power and its ambitions in the Arctic and beyond are raising concerns. The war in Ukraine between Russia and Ukraine is also ongoing, with reports of instability inside Russia. Additionally, the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is transforming culture and society, raising concerns about its potential impact on humanity and its connection to biblical prophecy. [... more]

Paul the Apostle reveals the mystery of the church, a new society where Gentiles are fellow heirs of the same body and partakers of God's promise in Christ. He explains how God's plan was hidden in the Old Testament but is now revealed through his apostles and prophets, and how the church is a graduate course in salvation for angelic beings, demonstrating God's manifold wisdom and power. [... more]

Paul's letter to the Ephesians emphasizes the unity of believers across cultural and ethnic divides, highlighting the removal of the wall of separation between Jews and Gentiles through Jesus Christ. He explains that believers are no longer strangers and foreigners but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets with Jesus Christ as the chief cornerstone. [... more]

Jesus preaches his first sermon in Nazareth, proclaiming himself the Messiah and challenging the congregation's faith. He uses the stories of a Gentile widow and a Syrian leper to illustrate the importance of faith and the rejection of God's word, leading to a violent reaction from the crowd. [... more]

Paul's transformation after being physically blind for three days is a powerful example of spiritual transformation. He received a heavenly vision that opened his eyes to the truth of God's word and the Messiah. However, many people are spiritually blind, walking in the vanity of their mind, and alienated from God due to the ignorance and blindness of their heart. This condition is described as a heart callus that prevents the word of God from penetrating. The solution is to seek a change of heart and to walk in the light of God's truth. [... more]

The end time events are going to be very frightening, consisting of economic turmoil, wars, and unprecedented persecution. However, Christians don't have to fear that period of time because of the event known as the rapture of the church. The rapture is the end of the church age, and it begins the period of time known as the tribulation. The Bible says that the church age is a time when God has temporarily set aside Israel because of her hardness of heart so that people like us, Gentiles, can be saved. [... more]

Paul's bold proclamation of Jesus as the Christ was met with initial rejection, but he persevered, and after 14 years, he returned to Jerusalem with Barnabas and Titus to address a dispute over Gentile believers and Jewish law. The Jerusalem council, led by Peter, James, and John, ultimately recognized the legitimacy of Paul's ministry to the Gentiles, and Paul's emphasis on God's grace and the importance of faith over works was vindicated. [... more]

Paul's confrontation with Peter over his behavior in Antioch highlights the importance of living in step with the truth of the gospel, which is not about keeping a moral code but about pursuing a personal relationship with Christ, being free from the law and its requirements, and serving in the new way of the Spirit. [... more]

Pastor Ernie Sanders discusses the Church of Laodicea, the tribulation period, and the judgment of the Gentiles, referencing Revelation 3 and Matthew 25, and warning about the dangers of symbolism over substance in modern Christianity. [... more]

Millions of people will be saved during the Great Tribulation period, with Jewish converts playing a crucial role in spreading the gospel to Gentiles. Despite horrific conditions, these converts will recognize the work of Christ on the cross and be clothed in white robes, symbolizing their innocence and cleansing through Christ. They will serve God day and night in his temple, and he will dwell among them, providing for their needs and wiping away every tear from their eyes. [... more]

God has a plan for the world, and it involves the church, Israel, and the eventual return of Jesus Christ. The church is currently out of place, and Israel is also out of place, with many Jews scattered around the world. Satan's influence is still present, but God will ultimately cast him into prison. The king, Jesus, will be put on his throne, and there will be a new world order when the church and Israel are in their rightful place, and Jesus reigns supreme. [... more]

The Gentile world is in control of the Jewish people and the city of Jerusalem, setting the stage for the Antichrist. The Board of Peace, a multinational organization, is being formed, potentially leading to a one-world government. The Bible prophesies of a worldwide flood, which is a parallel to the end times. The flood was a result of man's massive corruption and Satan's malicious contamination. The Antichrist will be a world leader, energized by Satan, and will be anti-God and anti-Jesus Christ. The current events are setting the stage for the fulfillment of Bible prophecy, and the time is getting near for the rapture of the church. [... more]

Jesus meets Moses, the law, and Simeon, a righteous and devout man who has been waiting for the Messiah. Mary and Joseph follow the law by circumcising Jesus and presenting him to the Lord, and they offer sacrifices for purification. Simeon recognizes Jesus as the Messiah and blesses God, while Anna, a prophetess, also recognizes Jesus as the Messiah and speaks of Him to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem. [... more]

The God-man who will seek and save the lost is the central figure of Christianity, as revealed in the Gospel of Luke. Luke, a converted doctor and traveling companion of the Apostle Paul, wrote the most content of the New Testament, providing a detailed account of Jesus' birth, life, death, and resurrection. Through his Gospel, Luke stresses the importance of faith, authority, and control, demonstrating that even when God's authority seems unimportant, He is still in control, and even when God seems absent, He is still aware of every sorrow and longing. [... more]

The unity of believers in Christ is a fundamental truth of the gospel, where individuals are united to Christ and to each other, forming a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. This unity is rooted in the mystical union between Christ and believers, and is expressed in the communion of saints, where Gentiles and Jews are brought together in peace. The foundation of the church is built on the prophets and apostles, who reveal the truth of God, and is knit together by the cornerstone, Jesus Christ, who is the chief cornerstone and the chief builder of the church. [... more]

The Christian resistance delves into the Bible study of Joel chapter three, discussing the judgment of the Gentiles and the Millennial Kingdom. They also touch on the topic of Israel and the Palestinian territories, and the importance of election integrity. Additionally, they discuss the Trump presidency and its impact on the country. [... more]