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Recreating Pentecost: A Close Look at the Language of Acts 2:2-4

By exploring the way the Bible uses language — and languages use the Bible — we can get a small taste of Pentecost 2,000 years after it happened.

What Is the Gospel? Five Views in Conversation

Every Christian should know and understand the gospel. But beyond the basics, there's a lot of disagreement about what the gospel is. Here are five views.

Why Does Jesus Pray? And What Can We Learn From the...

Jesus is God incarnate, in perfect fellowship with the Father and Holy Spirit. So why does he pray? And what can we learn from how he prays?

Of Arguments About Origins: The Point of the Creation Story

The beauty of the creation story — and the true scandal of its message — often get lost in our debates about it.

The Creator Is More Mesmerizing Than Creation: A Commentary on Genesis...

Creation is good and worth consideration. But it is still less mesmerizing than the One who created it. Genesis 1-2 direct our gaze back to our Creator.

Unveiling the Lordship of Jesus: A Bible Study on Mark 4–5

In Mark 4–5, we see the veil between heaven and earth pulled back and realize that Jesus is truly Lord of creation — and everything in it. 

How to Find Rest in God — Even When the Work’s...

Jesus didn't give Martha the answer she wanted — but he also didn't rebuke her. The work does need to get done, but we can find peace in His presence while we do it.

No More Dead Ends: The Life-Transforming Power of the Risen Jesus

The Resurrection means that Jesus has opened a glorious way for us to belong, to believe, and to become.

What Did the Early Church Actually Look Like? Recovering the Vision...

Many people advocate a return to early church practices. But as Acts 2 shows, if we're serious about that, we need to set aside our radical individualism.

One of These Things Is Not Like the Other Ones: A...

When Scripture describes Jesus as the King of all kings, it's painting the portrait of One who’s different than all other leaders and rulers in history.

Jesus’ Last Words on the Cross: It Is Finished

The Greek word "tetelestai" — "it is finished" — might be the most significant word ever uttered. To explain why, bestselling author Charles Martin guides us back to the Cross.

What Do Donkeys, Palms, and Psalms of Praise Have in Common?

Bible translations around the world help us read the details of Palm Sunday more closely, from the unridden colt to the type of palm to the joyful Hosannas!

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