A Shepherd’s Encounter with Glory

The angels came from glory to announce the birth of Christ, but why did they appear to shepherds? Their testimony did not even count in a court of law. What would it have been like to hear the shepherds tell their story? Though we do not know what they said precisely, it might have sounded … Continue reading A Shepherd’s Encounter with Glory

Jesus Reveals His Mission – Luke 4:16-31 [Video]

Here is the latest video class I taught through the Gospel Project. In this lesson, we look at Jesus' teaching in the synagogue in Nazareth. We will look at why the people loved the teaching initially and why they wanted to kill him a few minutes later. We will also seek to understand a couple … Continue reading Jesus Reveals His Mission – Luke 4:16-31 [Video]

The Treasures of Darkness

"I will give you the treasures of darkness." Isaiah 45:3 Is not this a strange expression? "Treasures of darkness!" How can there be darkness in the City of Salvation of which the Lord the Lamb is the eternal light? The expression does not mean that the treasures themselves are darkness, but that they were hidden … Continue reading The Treasures of Darkness