Acts – Extreme Opposition Extreme Impact
Written by Dr. Luke, a Roman who was a Gentile (non Jew), the book of Acts shows the transition of fearful disciples to bold apostles. It turns the focus from Jews to the international church across nations, languages and cultures.The book of Acts, also an official...
John: Life to the Full
John emphasizes “believing” (around 98 times), or faith is in order to attain “life” (around 36 times). He plays around these themes mentioning various dimensions of faith impacting life in different ways. Introduction Seven Signs Seven I Ams Belief Criteria, Life...
Luke – Son of Man Seeks and Saves
The author, Dr. Luke states that this book records an accurate account “so that you may know the exact truth” (Luke 1:4), of Jesus Christ. He is portrayed as one who seeks out those who are searching for Him and saves them.Snapshot Introduction The Son of Man Came to...
Mark Christ, Chief Cornerstone
It is on Christ’s foundation that God’s global church is built. The rejection by the “builders”, or Jews, who were the original custodians of God's law, runs in contrast with Christ's clear identity as the one and only cornerstone, the Son of God.Presentation Overview...
Matthew- God’s Kingdom
Matthew introduces the long-awaited King bringing to earth, His Kingdom, with its multiple dimensions. This Kingdom so contrary to the typical ones, requires the Spirit’s insight to even begin to understand.Snapshot Introduction – God’s Kingdom on Earth Descent of the...
New Testament Summary
The Israelite nation has slipped into an irrecoverable downward spiral. Their only hope is Jesus, the Saviour, God in human form. The perfect role model; the perfect teacher; The perfect leader.The New Testament brings a shift from God's people being Jews to now...