- Matthew 24:37-44
Be Prepared for the Coming of the Son of Man
- Matthew 24:37-44
Jesus warns that His return will be like the days of Noah, when people were caught unprepared despite clear warnings about coming judgment. The world will attempt to lull believers into spiritual complacency through routine activities and false security. True preparedness comes from staying alert through God's Word and remaining connected to the means of grace rather than relying on worldly understanding.
- Luke 20:27-38
What Should You Do When Professed Believers Sow Seeds of Doubt About the Resurrection?
- Luke 20:27-38
When Sadducees attempt to undermine resurrection faith with clever but distorted Scripture interpretations, Jesus responds by affirming the clear biblical teaching about eternal life. Believers must not be swayed by such manipulative arguments but stand firm in God's Word, which reveals that the dead are raised and that God is the God of the living. The proper response is to celebrate God's victory over death rather than entertain doubts about this fundamental Christian truth.
- 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10
When Will God's Justice Be Seen?
- 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10
God's justice is immediately evident in believers who suffer for His kingdom, demonstrating they are counted worthy of God's righteous verdict. Ultimate justice will be fully revealed on Judgment Day when Christ returns with powerful angels to exercise vengeance on unbelievers and grant eternal glory to His saints. While unbelievers will face eternal destruction away from God's presence, believers will experience the Lord being glorified and marveled at among them.
- Jeremiah 31:31-34
Praise the Lord - We Live in the New Covenant
- Jeremiah 31:31-34
God promises a new covenant that surpasses the old covenant broken by Israel, establishing a one-sided agreement that depends entirely on His faithfulness. This covenant supplies the obedience by writing God's law on hearts and minds, removes all barriers between God and His people, and completely forgives sin. Unlike the old covenant that required external teaching, believers now have direct knowledge of God through His complete forgiveness.
- 2 Timothy 1:3-14
How Do We Keep From Being Ashamed Of The Bible—Especially When Facing Persecution?
- 2 Timothy 1:3-14
Paul encourages Timothy to avoid shame about the gospel by relying on God's power and purpose rather than human strength, remembering God's grace given before time began. Believers must use the spiritual gifts God has provided and guard the good deposit of faith entrusted to them through the Holy Spirit. The antidote to shame is knowing the One in whom we believe and being convinced of His ability to guard what we have entrusted to Him.
- 1 Timothy 6:6-16
How Do We Prevent Love for Worldly Things from Leading Us to Forfeit Our Salvation?
- 1 Timothy 6:6-16
Paul warns that the desire for riches leads to temptation, harmful desires, and spiritual destruction, while contentment with godliness brings true gain. Believers must recognize what draws them away from their true treasure in Christ and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and gentleness instead. The key is knowing that eternal life is the real treasure worth guarding with zeal, while remembering that we brought nothing into this world and can take nothing out.
- Luke 16:1-13
Be Good Managers of What God Has Entrusted to You
- Luke 16:1-13
Jesus uses the parable of a dishonest but shrewd manager to teach about faithful stewardship of what God has entrusted to believers. God has given believers worldly resources, natural and spiritual gifts, and most importantly, the keys to His kingdom to manage wisely. Faithful management in small matters prepares believers for greater responsibilities, but no one can serve both God and money as competing masters.
- Luke 15:1-10
The Good Shepherd Seeks the Utterly Lost
- Luke 15:1-10
Through parables of a lost sheep and a lost coin, Jesus defends His ministry to tax collectors and sinners against the Pharisees' complaints. Like a shepherd who leaves ninety-nine sheep to find one lost sheep, or a woman who searches diligently for one lost coin, God actively seeks those who are utterly lost. Heaven rejoices more over one repentant sinner than over ninety-nine who think they need no repentance.
- Luke 14:25-33
Did Jesus Really Say 'Hate'?
- Luke 14:25-33
Jesus uses the strong word "hate" to emphasize that following Him requires loving Christ, His Word, and His kingdom above all earthly relationships and possessions. This radical discipleship means willingly bearing crosses, making real sacrifices, and being prepared to suffer for Christ's sake. The cost of discipleship is so high that followers must be ready to say "take the world, but give me Jesus" when earthly loyalties conflict with heavenly ones.
- James 2:1-13
How You Value a Soul Reveals How You Value God's Mercy
- James 2:1-13
James confronts the sin of showing favoritism by demonstrating how judging others based on worldly status reveals a failure to understand God's mercy. Such sinful judgment overlooks that those in hardship are often more receptive to grace, while the wealthy frequently oppress believers. Showing partiality violates God's law and demonstrates a lack of mercy, but believers are freed by the gospel to extend God's grace equally to all people regardless of their social standing.