To the Dispersion
Let’s make a visit to a famous ancient synagogue in Turkey to further explore the idea of a spiritual dispersion. What the synagogues were to…
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Biblical Healing and Ancient Magic: View from the Pergamum Asclepion
One other fascinating topic in the background of James is the ministry of healing mentioned in chapter 5. What other approaches to health might believers…
Honor and the Afterlife
A fruitful life has eternal returns. Perhaps you haven’t thought about how one’s reputation in heaven matters for those who suffer in their discipleship here…
End of the Temple
The description of the second Jewish temple (AD 70) dramatically brought an end—and a new beginning—to Judaism. Let’s take a look from Rome, where General…
Succession and Mentoring – View From St. John’s Church
The Apostle John is known for many things, not least of which is surviving the other disciples and avoiding martyrdom. John’s long life made him…
Mission Expansion Through Disagreement
The Prison and Pastoral Epistles give us a glimpse into Paul’s closest relationships at the end of his life. One person we haven’t heard much…
Paul’s Final Words – View from the Mamertine Prison
Paul’s life ended in martyrdom following an extended stay in a criminal’s prison. You are about to enter the cell where he most likely spent…