In recent years, the idea of “culture care” has gained traction in Christian circles. It’s a concept that sounds good on the surface—after all, who wouldn’t want the church to be a healing presence in a broken world? As believers, we are...
To many Christians, calling Mary the Mother of the Church might sound like a lofty or even unfamiliar title. Isn’t Mary simply the mother of Jesus? Yes—and that’s precisely the point. In becoming the mother of Christ, Mary became something...
The vision of the woman in Revelation 12 is one of the most dramatic and layered images in the entire Bible. She is “clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars” (Rev. 12:1). She gives birth to a male...
In an age of spiritual curiosity and cultural fascination with self-discovery, astrology and the zodiac are more popular than ever. From daily horoscopes to personality quizzes based on birth signs, these ideas are often embraced as harmless...
One of the more profound theological questions in Christian thought is: Was Jesus able to sin? At first glance, this might seem like a simple yes-or-no inquiry. But underneath it lies a rich discussion about Christology, the nature of Jesus, the...
Karl Barth stands as one of the most influential theologians of the twentieth century. His Church Dogmatics is among the most ambitious theological projects in modern history, and his Christ-centered approach to revelation reshaped how...
In recent years, the Cepher Bible has gained popularity in some circles, particularly among those interested in Hebraic roots movements and alternative biblical texts. Marketed as a “restored” version of the Bible that includes additional apocryphal...
The Book of Revelation has fascinated and perplexed readers for centuries. With its rich symbolism, dramatic visions, and apocalyptic themes, it has given rise to various schools of interpretation—Preterist, Historicist, Futurist, and Idealist—each...
If you’ve spent any time in seminary or serious theological circles, you’ve likely come across the name Karl Barth. He’s sometimes referenced with reverence, sometimes with controversy—but rarely with indifference. For many, Barth stands as a...
When I began Bible college over 25 years ago, I didn’t understand the cultural and historical forces that gave rise to modern biblical scholarship. Like many eager students stepping into theology classes for the first time, I came with a deep...