Judas Iscariot: Thirty Pieces of Silver and the Cost of Regret
Few moments in the New Testament are as unsettling as the betrayal of Jesus by one of His own. Judas Iscariot was not a distant enemy or an accidental participant. …
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Parable of the Eye as Lamp of the Body: Spiritual Focus
Jesus speaks the parable of the eye as the lamp of the body during a moment of direct instruction to His disciples, with the surrounding crowd listening closely. The setting …
Parable of the Speck and the Log Explored
Why do we notice small faults in others while ignoring serious sin in ourselves? Jesus raises that question with sharp clarity in the parable of the speck and the log. …
Matthew 24 for Beginners: A Partial Preterist Reading
Matthew 24 is one of the most discussed and misunderstood chapters in the New Testament. Many readers approach it with fear or confusion, because they assume it speaks primarily about …
Parable of the Divided Kingdom Explained by Jesus
What happens when a kingdom turns against itself? Jesus raised that question during a tense confrontation with religious leaders. In what we now call the parable of the divided kingdom, …
Parable of the Empty House: A Warning About Emptiness
A Clean House Isn’t Enough What happens when evil leaves—but nothing takes its place? Jesus gave a powerful warning in the Parable of the Empty House. At first glance, the …
Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders Explained Simply
What Are We Building Our Lives On? What makes one life stand firm while another collapses under pressure? Jesus answers that question directly in the parable of the wise and …
SOAP Bible Study: Matthew 11:28-30
When we start a SOAP Bible Study: Matthew 11:28-30, we enter one of the most welcoming invitations Jesus ever gave. New believers often feel pressure to be perfect quickly. However, …
SOAP Bible Study: Matthew 5:14-16
Many of us want our faith to feel real in our daily lives. We want to understand how to follow Jesus in a world that often feels distracted and confused. …
Partial Preterism Beliefs: Fulfilled Prophecy View
Many believers today are curious about how Bible prophecy fits together. Some look at the future with great anticipation, expecting wars, plagues, and disasters to signal the end. Others look …
Parable of the Lost Sheep: Rejoicing Over One Repentant Heart
Have you ever felt lost, wondering if anyone would come looking for you? Jesus answered this question with the parable of the lost sheep (Matthew 18:12-14; Luke 15:3-7). He told …
Parable of the Ten Bridesmaids: Are You Ready for Christ?
Are We Truly Prepared for Christ’s Return? What if Jesus returned today, would we be ready, or would we be caught unprepared? The parable of the ten bridesmaids (Matthew 25:1-13) …
Parable of the Fig Tree: A Call to Be Ready
The Call to Be Ready What if a simple fig tree could reveal profound truths about the end of the age and Christ’s return? In the parable of the fig …
Parable of the Wedding Banquet: Lessons on God’s Kingdom
Have you ever wondered what the parable of the wedding banquet reveals about God’s Kingdom and our place within it? This fascinating story, found in Matthew 22:1-14, takes us into …
Parable of the Two Sons: A Call to Genuine Obedience
Have you ever said you’d do something but didn’t follow through? The parable of the two sons speaks directly to this struggle. Found in Matthew 21:28-32, this parable is part …
Judgment of the Nations: Insights for Beginners
What Is the Judgment of the Nations? Have you ever wondered what the Bible means by the judgment of the nations and how it fits into God’s plan? This fascinating …
Parable of the Workers: God’s Grace Is for Everyone
Have you ever wondered why God’s grace seems to defy our sense of fairness? The parable of the workers in Matthew 20:1-16 challenges our expectations of equality and justice. In …
Parable of the Unforgiving Servant: A Heart Check for Believers
Have you ever struggled to forgive someone who deeply hurt you? Jesus addressed this in the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant. In Matthew 18:21-22, Peter asks Jesus how often he …