The message to the church at Philadelphia expresses that Jesus holds the key of David. He has the holy power to open and close. They are called out for their wrong doings which include idolizing false gods and sexual immorality. The message to the church at Laodicea describes that Jesus is God’s message. His faith… Continue reading →
Prior to his arrival in Corinth, Paul was in Macedonia-more specifically, Thessalonica (see Ehrman, 217 & 2 Cor 1:19). Those who made up the group were primarily Gentiles, as Paul worked to establish the idea of only one God, whose son was Jesus. These people were mostly from lower social classes. We see this when… Continue reading →
In the Gospel of Luke, it is emphasized that Jesus’ mission focuses on sending the message that those who are vulnerable and suffer throughout their time on earth will prosper and thrive in God’s Kingdom. In the parable of the Great Banquet, Jesus tells the story of a man who invites many friends and acquaintances… Continue reading →
