Gospel of Matthew verses

Eschatology”, it is helpful to understand the origin of such teaching. In recent years, this eschatological theory was promoted and popularized by Max R. King, a gospel…

In Matthew chapter five, verse twelve, Joseph “made a home in a town called Nazareth, so that what had been spoken through the prophets might be fulfilled”. This quote illustrates that Joseph was going to Nazareth in order for a prophecy to be fulfilled. Can this idea be related to Christianity’s strong belief in Jesus? Yes, it can. Christians believe that there was a Messiah who arrived in order to redeem Israel. They even demonstrate that he was a man that saved people from sin. Yet, this is…

In the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 15, verse 18, Jesus tells his disciples that “the things that come out of a person’s mouth come from the heart and these defile them.” In James chapter 3, verse 6, it is seen that “The tongue also is a fire, a world of wickedness among the parts of the body. It pollutes the whole person, sets the course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell.” These words speak truth to Heathcliff’s life in the novel Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte as he…

this particular passage, Jesus referenced it five times. I knew this had to be significant considering this is only nine verses out of his longer speech. Therefore, I explored how many times he states it in his speech in general. In doing this I noticed that it only occurs twice before this passage and never after. I then wondered if this part of his speech occurs in other gospels and if so what contexts. It appears in Luke but with no real significant differences that would bring cause for…

Righteous B and His Ministry of Dirty Vagabonds There are many people who have made an impact when it comes to Youth Ministry. Pope John Paul II comes to mind when thinking about leaders in youth outreach, but I always think of someone who works on a much smaller scale. Someone who affected my life personally when it came to my religion. I always think of the Catholic youth minister and rapper Bob Lesnefsky aka Righteous B. With his wife, and a large number of young missionaries…

Throughout the entire novel of Jane Eyre, the author, Charlotte Brontë, uses Biblical theology and Christianity for enhancing the reader’s enjoyment and understanding of the story. By closely analyzing these references in context, the reader can develop a deeper appreciation for the writing and begin to see a new depth to the plot and characters in Jane Eyre. A notable example of Biblical reference and theology in Jane Eyre is found at the end of chapter 9, where Helen Burns tells to Jane about…

Romans 12:9-21 seems to be a disconnected sequence of commands, but a closer examination reveals that these verses demonstrates what love looks like in the Christian life. Genuine love is the common thread that runs throughout this entire passage and where Paul fleshes out the love commandments of Jesus Christ. Before we dive deep into the passage, I first would ask that you pause for a moment and think about: What is Love? or What it looks like? Then I ask that you identify relationships where…

The title is alluded from the Bible Chapter Ecclesiastes and portrays the meaning that only fools dwell in the house of mirth (King James Bible). This verse specifically applies to the main protagonist Lily Bart, as she is never satisfied with her position in life and always desires for superior things. Lily is inhabited in the house of mirth, or simply the house of pleasure, as she acknowledges that she…

the circle of disciples. Barber agrees, “Jesus’ bestowal of the “keys to the kingdom” on Peter in Matthew 16:19 appears to draw on Isaiah 22:22, where the “keys to the house of David” is given to Eliakim, a figure given the position of “chief steward.” Yet, Wilkins cautions, “ he [Peter] is still within the circle of disciples, so he is not being set apart from or above the rest.” While these verses create a vast amount of discussion among the church, one thing is for sure, Peter has gone…

Gospel Essentials Who am I, where did I come from, where do I go after death? These questions may have crossed your mind, and yet left you wondering. Humanity has been placed in a beautiful world filled with ciaos and destruction, love and compassion but we only have a glimpse of understanding to our purpose. When answering the question of who you are, it is vital to understand God, his divinity, strategy and creations. God “God exists and reveals himself to all of creation in many ways, but…