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02/28/2026

Romans 7:15 Paul confesses that he does not understand why he continues to sin. He wants to do righteousness, but he does not do it. Rather, he finds that he commits sin.

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02/16/2026

02/15/2026

“You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.”

02/06/2026

Creation to Revelation: the Bible in 30 Days

As our brief overview of Scripture comes to a close, let us pause to reflect on what we have experienced throughout this journey. “In the beginning” gave us a progression for the start of our linear voyage through time. The end will come when Jesus returns; all of His glory will fulfill what God promised to the prophet Isaiah 700 years before the birth of Christ: a new heaven and a new earth. (Isaiah 65:17-26) In Matthew 19:28, Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, at the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on his glorious throne, you who have followed me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.” Instead of the image of pearly gates and angels floating on clouds playing on hopscotch - admit it, you’ve been dreaming this very image! - there will be a renewed universe, just as you are a renewed creation in Christ. You will be the same person, but transformed. Just as the resurrected body will be the same body with its identity intact, just as Christ’s body bore the scars of the Cross, you will live again with Christ. The earth as we know it will no longer exist. It will return to its original state of perfection. There will be no war, no death. Everything that God created perfect will be renewed to its perfected state. The fallen world will pass away. Only God can be in charge of this since He is the Alpha and the Omega. He is the beginning and the end. (Revelation 21:6)

The devil, of course, does not know that the battle is lost. He is a created being, and unlike God, does not live outside of time. In fact, the battle was lost at the Cross, for Jesus overcame the wages of sin by His sacrifice on the Cross and through His resurrection. But as spiritual warfare is described in Ephesians 6:10-20, the devil battles on, and you must robe yourself in the strong and mighty armour of God in order to survive.

Jewish wedding rituals occurred in 2 stages: the petroleo and the wedding. The petroleo includes the exchange of promises, just as God has done throughout Scripture. He promised us faithfully that He would do the things that He has said through His covenants. The Jewish wedding is a festival where the bride makes herself ready to receive the bridegroom, and a joyous festival follows. The same could be said with the promise of the new heaven and the new earth. The bride is awaiting the return of Jesus, the husband.

Many have tried to predict the time when Jesus would return. Much talk of the “end times” makes for great, and sometimes futile, discussions in Bible studies around the world. But I have a different interpretation: after Jesus’ death on the Cross, and His ascension into Heaven, we have been in the end times.

Your purpose it to live like Jesus as if He is coming tomorrow. Be the best witness of God’s love, mercy, and grace in this fallen world.

Thank you for reading Creation to Revelation: the Bible in 30 days. May God continue to bless you all of the days of your precious life.

Come, Lord Jesus, come.

02/06/2026

Seems the more things change the more they stay the same

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02/02/2026

Resentments: what a great way to separate us from the love of our Lord and Savior. What on earth does that have to do with the conversion of Saul? Think about this: who do you know who denies the existence of God? Who do you know who denies that Jesus was the son of God who came to save the world through His death and resurrection? Who do you know who lives his life in this fashion because something bad has happened to him or to someone he knows, or has not had the “break” in life to which he believes he is entitled? Enter Saul: the man who was trained by the best teachers of the law in Jerusalem - the center of Jewish worship. In Acts 7, Stephen, a follower of “the way” berated the members of the Sanhedrin, and was, as you can expect, ordered to ex*****on. Even while they stoned him to death, filled with the Holy Spirit, he asked God to forgive his murderers, just like Jesus asked God to forgive those who crucified Him. This enraged Saul even more, for in his piety, forgiveness was hard to obtain.

Saul took it upon himself to eliminate the followers of “the way.” While on the journey to carry out his mission, Jesus met him - not physically, but spiritually - calling to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me? Is it hard for you to kick against the goads?” (Acts 26:14) The term, “kick against the goads” is a Greek proverb for useless resistance. Supposedly, the goads literally are spikes put on a moving plow to inflict pain on the ox if he kicked out while the farmer steered.

Obviously, this had not been the first time that Saul had either seen or heard of Jesus. It is the first time that Saul is directly mentioned in Scripture. It is very likely that Saul had seen Jesus on the Cross, and may have even witnessed Him post-resurrection. Despite all of this, it took Jesus himself on that road to open Saul’s heart to the truth of the Gospel. From that point on, we know Saul as Paul, and all the power and trappings that came with his position he turned his back on,for a life of hardship and suffering. 2 Corinthians 3:10, “For what was glorious has no glory now in comparison with the surpassing glory.” Paul was to preach the Good News of the Cross and the Resurrection throughout the Roman empire. His fate was to die by spreading the word of Jesus, the very man whose message he once tried to end.

01/30/2026

As we learned, the once cowering band of disciples, now filled with the Holy Spirit, preached repentance and faith in the resurrection of Jesus in Acts 2:1-47. Peter with the others, whom we consider the first Christian servants, started to get traction, growing the numbers of disciples exponentially. Attending daily temple, this band of upstarts did not go unnoticed by the Jewish religious leaders of the day. Peter and John were imprisoned for their beliefs. After witnessing the courage of both Peter and John, the Jews became aware of their unschooled, orderly disposition; astonished, they took note that these men had been with Jesus. (Acts 4:13)

How do you react to something that threatens the status quo? The higher powers of the world try to suppress it... or better yet, destroy it. The civil rights movement is a classic example of vision through non-violence, and faith in the power of God to overcome the suffering and intolerance of the established system of the time. It is the modern, timeless example of what a man of faith can do, powered by the Holy Spirit.

These once-fisherman were now living fully in the Spirit, and performed many miraculous signs and wonders. More and more people began to believe in the Resurrection. The Holy Spirit began to truly prove its purpose as the One to transform lives on earth. All efforts to silence their works failed. The only option was to kill then. Dead men don’t talk, as the old saying goes.

The spirit of God can never be thwarted. The great teacher Gamaliel spoke to the Jewish Sanhedrin, the leaders of the day, saying, “Therefore in the present case I advise you: leave these men alone. Let them go, for if their purpose of activity is of human origin, it will fail. But if it is from God, you will not be able to stop these men. You will only find yourself fighting against God.” Acts 5:38-39

In fairness to the leaders of the time, they used due diligence. Many people had come before Jesus, proclaiming to be the promised Messiah. As the wise words of Gamaliel suggest, if it were not of God, it will die out. As we can see 2,000 years later, from this small band of men, the Gospel has spread everywhere. Nothing can contain it. Not even the most zealous opponent of the early church, Saul of Tarsus, whom we shall study next, could surpress the rapid-spreading wildfire of the glorious Holy Spirit. We are not called to be God’s attorneys. We are called to be God’s witnesses. The Spirit is your personal testimony to the great work of God.

01/28/2026

1 Corinthians 15:7, “If Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins.”

The resurrection of Jesus has been attacked through the ages. Paul states that if the resurrection did not happen, then our faith is meaningless. If the resurrection did not happen, then Jesus was not fully God and fully man. It’s hard to believe that young men (Christ’s apostles) would risk their lives for a lie. Perhaps it’s even more difficult to falsify the resurrection by saying it’s “unbelievable.” Surely, unbelievable things have happened before your very eyes. A lie will always be brought to justice with the truth, and yet nearly 2,000 years later, believers everyday are proclaiming the good news of the Lord Jesus: that He is risen. Because of the resurrection, Jesus lives.

When I was a young man, my sister owned the record, Jesus Christ Superstar. She often played the song, “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” and one particular verse always struck me:

I don’t know how to take this.
I don’t see why he moves me.
He’s a man.
He’s just a man.
And I’ve had so many men before, in very many ways.
He’s just one more.

When I was younger, these lyrics resonated with me. I had always thought that Jesus was a good guy whose teachings were great, but it didn’t occur to me that He was fully God and fully man. Even the great first century Jewish historian Josephus described Jesus as a teacher and a miracle worker, one who attracted a large following, who later revered Him after His death. Josephus acknowledged that Jesus Christ actually existed. But even he stops short at believing Christ was God. This is largely the view of the world of unbelievers. Non-believers claim that Jesus Christ was a great man with a great message, but this is where their faith stops.

How have I come to believe that the resurrection happened? My eyes were opened. Through the power of the Holy Spirit came my convictions. Jesus said, “If you love me, keep my commands. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever - the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.” (John 14:15-18) Jesus had to die, and only His body through the resurrection could show His glory as God. In this verse, Jesus promises the Spirit of truth - the Holy Spirit. He also promises to come to each and every one of us, when the time is right. When Jesus touches you with His Holy Spirit, allow your eyes to be opened to the truth of His Resurrection.

Today we have a lot of conspiracy theories. Many people believe that the American government is covering up the existence of UFOs so as not to scare anybody. The same can be said of the resurrection. The only difference is this: there was a conspiracy to cover up the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jewish authorities tried to bribe Roman guards to proclaim that someone came and stole His body. But unlike the UFOs, after Jesus was resurrected, He showed Himself first to the apostles, and then to over 5,000 people. All bore eye-witness to the fact that Jesus, in His resurrected state, was at the same time both flesh and spirit.

In the Christian faith, the resurrection may be seen as a stumbling block, because it sounds like “make believe.” I agree, it is quite unbelievable! Jesus was in the ground for three days, and byJewish law, this means He was dead. But then He came back to life in a transfigured body - one in human likeness, but with spirit qualities. This wasn’t the first time Jesus revealed his transfigured state. Check out Matthew 17:1-13 to read this glorious mystery in its entirety.
Some, when they hear spirit, immediately imagine a ghost. Jesus’ resurrection was not a ghost, but He was not completely in the flesh either. He bore the marks of the nails and the hole in His side from the spear at the Cross. Exactly what He was, I cannot say. In fact, I’m not sure anyone can say, which is why the resurrection is one of the greatest mysteries on which you must pray for answers. If you ask God to show you the truth behind the resurrection, He will.

This is our hope: that one day, we will attain this glorified state, and be one with the Lord. I’ll leave you with the words of Jesus: “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” (John 20:29)

01/26/2026

The crucifixion of Jesus is not just a moment in history — it is the heart of the Gospel.

At the cross, Jesus took upon Himself the weight of human sin, pain, and brokenness so that humanity could be reconciled to God. What looked like defeat became victory. What appeared as shame became glory. Through His suffering, forgiveness was made possible and grace was poured out freely.

The cross reveals a love that holds nothing back — a God who steps into human suffering rather than standing distant from it. Justice and mercy meet there. Sin is not ignored, yet sinners are offered redemption.

The crucifixion also calls us to transformation. To lay down pride, to walk in humility, to forgive as we have been forgiven, and to live a life shaped by sacrificial love.

The cross stands as a reminder: brokenness is not the end. Death does not have the final word. Hope was nailed to a cross — and life rose from the grave. ✝️

01/23/2026

From the Garden to the Cross

In the stillness of the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prayed beneath the weight of what was to come. His sweat fell like drops of blood as He surrendered His will to the Father, choosing obedience over escape, love over self-preservation. While He prayed, His disciples slept—and one of His own prepared to betray Him with a kiss.Jesus was arrested not because He lacked power, but because He chose submission. He was bound, questioned, mocked, and falsely accused. Peter denied Him. The crowd turned against Him. Justice was abandoned as fear and pride took its place.
From the garden path to the stone pavement, Jesus carried not only a cross, but the sins, shame, and brokenness of humanity. He was scourged, crow ned with thorns, and nailed to wood He had once created. Yet even in agony, His words were mercy: “Father, forgive them.”The betrayal did not end His mission—it fulfilled it. What looked like defeat was redemption unfolding. The cross was not an accident; it was the cost of love.Jesus was betrayed by a friend, rejected by many, and crucified between criminals—so that no one would ever be too far gone to be saved.
From the Garden to the Cross,From the Cross to the grave, hope seemed lost but he rose up to conquer death so we we who have faith in Jesus resurrection are not in the bo***ge sin,instead we stand in a state of Grace.

This is the Gospel

01/20/2026

Jesus was persecuted because His life and message challenged the religious, political, and social systems of His time. The Gospels describe several key reasons:

1. He claimed authority that belonged to God alone
Jesus forgave sins, called God His Father in a unique way, and accepted titles like Messiah and Son of God. Religious leaders saw this as blasphemy because it threatened their understanding of God and the Law.

2. He exposed religious hypocrisy
He openly criticized the Pharisees and teachers of the Law for caring more about rules, status, and appearance than mercy and justice. This embarrassed powerful leaders and undermined their influence over the people.

3. His message attracted the crowds
Ordinary people—tax collectors, the poor, the sick—were drawn to Jesus. His popularity made the authorities fear losing control, especially during politically sensitive times like Passover.

4. He redefined God’s kingdom
Many expected a political Messiah who would overthrow Roman rule. Jesus spoke instead about a spiritual kingdom based on repentance, humility, and love—even loving enemies. This disappointed some and alarmed others.

5. Political pressure from Rome
The Roman authorities wanted peace and order. Jewish leaders argued that Jesus could start an uprising. Calling Him “King of the Jews” sounded like rebellion against Caesar, so Rome treated Him as a political threat.

6. His mission involved sacrifice
From a Christian perspective, Jesus’ suffering was not only human injustice but part of God’s plan to bring forgiveness and reconciliation to the world (Isaiah 53; John 3:16).

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In short, Jesus was persecuted because He spoke truth that disturbed comfortable power, offered grace that offended legalism, and revealed a kind of kingdom the world was not ready to accept.

Would you like to look at the specific Bible passages where these conflicts happen—like His trial before the Sanhedrin or Pilate?