Jesus uses the Father’s words through the prophet Hosea to speak against the self-righteous legalism of the Pharisees. This Old Testament lesson of mercy over sacrifice is still as important for us today. … More Learning from the Past: Forty-One
We don’t deserve God’s love and favor, and yet, he pursues us, even in our unfaithfulness. Paul refers to not only the words of the prophet Hosea but his life to make the point. We do nothing to deserve the love of God. … More Learning from the Past: Forty
There is a reason the gospel writers inserted the phrase, “let the reader understand” when recording their Master’s words about the end of days. Studying the book of Daniel helps us understand. Heeding Jesus’ warnings helps too. … More Learning from the Past: Thirty-Nine
There is some good news in Jeremiah today: A new covenant is coming. The writer of Hebrews lets us know it has arrived because of the finished work of Christ on the cross. … More Learning from the Past: Thirty-Eight
To boast or not to boast: that is the question. In Christ, there is but one reason to answer in the affirmative. If I boast, I boast in Christ. … More Learning from the Past: Thirty-Seven
Like a wayward son, many Jews have rejected the God of their fathers. A former Pharisee, Paul gives great insight, not only into the heart of God for his people but his path to salvation through Christ. … More Learning from the Past: Thirty-Six
Is the significance to how Jesus enters Jerusalem during Passover week? Yes, it’s right out of Old Testament prophecy, and yet the people missed the point. Still, he came. … More Learning from the Past: Thirty-Five
The message the Messiah came to share is the same one we are given to share today. Where did that message come from? Isaiah 61. … More Learning from the Past: Thirty-Four
Did you know that Jesus’ cleansing of the Temple relates to a passage in Isaiah? Did you know it also relates to us today? … More Learning from the Past: Thirty-Three
God gives us all the materials needed to build bridges to Christ: His Word and whatever the other person is holding. Philip shows us how. … More Learning from the Past: Thirty-Two