Skilled Reading and the Art of Interpretation
Discusses the skill of reading well as it relates to learning to interpret well.
Interpreting the Parable of the Prodigal Son
Focuses on the Parable of the Prodigal Son to discuss two common difficulties interpreters face when interpreting the parables.
Making Sense of Jesus Cursing the Fig Tree
Examines Matthew 21:18-20 to discover why Jesus cursed the fig tree.
A Tribute to Ron Julian
Eulogizes Ron Julian and describes his teaching of John 8:58.
His Testimony Is True
Emphasizes the importance of the Apostle John's witness to the truth of Jesus' death and resurrection.
Parable of the Householder’s Treasure
Discusses the last of Jesus' "Kingdom Parables" in Matthew 13.
Was Solomon Truly Wise?
Discusses Solomon’s wisdom in relation to his life and choices.
Son of David, Son of Abraham
Explains the importance of Matthew’s beginning his Gospel with a genealogy.
Pearls before Swine
Discusses what Jesus meant in Matthew 7:6 when he said, “Do not throw your pearls before the swine.”
Pure in Heart
Explores what Jesus means in the Beatitudes when he says, “Blessed are the pure in heart.”
Forbear with One Another
Discusses “forbearing” with one another as taught in Philippians 4:4-7.
Lead Us Not Into Temptation
Explores the meaning of the phrase “do not lead us into temptation” in Matthew 6.
Be "Perfect"
Explains Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5:48.
Why Rachel?
Elucidates the meaning of “Rachel weeping” in Jeremiah 31:15.
My Hour Is Not Yet
Describes the first coming of Jesus and the account of Jesus and Mary at Cana to exhort us to be ready for Jesus' second coming.
Which Translation Is Best?
Discusses the value of the Septuagint (Greek translation of the Hebrew Scriptures) in relation to the Masoretic text (Hebrew).
The Greatest Sign
Discusses what Jesus considered the greatest sign of his messiahship.
Valuing Crumbs
Comments on the relationship between Jews and Gentiles by telling the story of a gentile woman who asks Jesus to heal her daughter.
The Second Thoughts of John the Baptist
Finds encouragement in John the Baptist's questioning whether Jesus is the Messiah.
The True Story of Christmas
Tells the Christmas story as the Bible, rather than traditional Christianity, presents it.