The opening chapters of the book of Proverbs offer us more than scattered sayings; they are a sustained call to wisdom, framed as a father’s loving instruction to his son. These ten “sermonic exhortations” serve as foundational preparation before we encounter the shorter proverbs that begin in chapter 10. They are the training ground where wisdom is cultivated and hearts…

The book of Proverbs is one of the most profoundly practical guides for living found in all of Scripture. It is wisdom literature—alongside Job and Ecclesiastes—and is meant not only to inform the mind but to shape the heart and direct the feet. Proverbs takes timeless truths and places them within the reach of everyday experience. It speaks with clarity…

In the previous article, we looked at prophecy and saw that New Testament prophecy is not the same as the prophecy of Isaiah, Elijah, or the other Old Testament prophets. In the Old Testament, the prophet could say, “Thus says the Lord,” and speak with the authority of God’s revealed Word. In the New Testament, the apostles serve as the…

In our previous discussion, we examined the ministry of the Holy Spirit and introduced the subject of spiritual gifts. We now turn to several of the more controversial gifts mentioned in the New Testament, especially prophecy, healing, miracles, tongues, interpretation of tongues, and words of wisdom and knowledge. Much confusion surrounds these gifts because people often approach them either with…

The gifts of the Holy Spirit are deeply connected to our purpose, ministry, and effectiveness in the body of Christ. God has not called believers to live powerless lives. He has equipped His people with spiritual gifts so that they can serve one another, strengthen the church, and glorify Him. These gifts are not meant to draw attention to ourselves…

One of the most debated subjects in the Christian life concerns the baptism in and filling with the Holy Spirit. Throughout the twentieth century, Pentecostal and Charismatic movements profoundly influenced millions of believers around the world. Many Christians testify to powerful experiences that transformed their prayer lives, worship, boldness, and spiritual growth. Because of this, we must carefully ask what…

The Holy Spirit is the active presence of God in the world. In the Old Testament, God often revealed Himself through prophets, visions, and dramatic appearances known as theophanies. Men like Moses, Joshua, and Daniel experienced these manifestations of God’s power and glory. But in the New Testament, God revealed Himself most fully in Jesus Christ, the God-man. Then, after…

The ascension of Christ and His ongoing work reveal a truth that is both profound and deeply practical: the story of Jesus did not end with the resurrection. Rather, it continues even now, shaping our identity, our purpose, and our future. These truths are not meant to remain abstract—they are meant to transform the way we live. When we consider…

The Christian life is not built on abstract ideas, but on living realities. When we consider the atonement and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we are not dealing with distant theology—we are encountering truths that shape our identity, our purpose, and our daily walk with God. At the heart of the gospel is the reality that we cannot change ourselves.…

The doctrine of the atonement stands at the very center of the Christian life. It answers the deepest questions of our existence: How can sinful people be reconciled to a holy God? How can justice and mercy meet? And how can we find a righteousness that we ourselves could never achieve? At its core, the atonement is the work that…