Luke 6:12-16 – Choosing the Twelve, Choosing Judas

Jesus chooses twelve men from among His disciples to be apostles.  The men He chooses are in some cases expected and in others surprising.  The varying personalities, lifestyles, and professions show God’s sovereignty and mercy and act as a preview of a kingdom where there will be neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male […]

I John Introduction and Overview

First John is one of five books written by Jesus’ beloved disciple.  It is most likely written after the writing of the Gospel of John.  The purpose of the book seems to be twofold – to refute heresy that has arisen in churches John ministered to and to reassure believers by giving them tests by […]