The sun had barely blinked over the trees, soft light just starting to settle on the dew-covered field when Barbara cinched her sneakers tight and tugged on her cap like a general ready to lead a charge. Jeremiah yawned wide enough to swallow a bug, then slapped his thighs withContinue Reading
When Jesus declared in John 14:6, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me,” He issued more than a comforting statement—He issued a call to action. To follow Jesus means committing every part of ourselves—boots and all—into a life of trust, obedience, and faith. It’s not a passive, part-time endeavor; it’s a bold decision to walk the path He leads, no matter the cost.Continue Reading
Scene: Barbara’s cozy living room, strewn with ancient city maps and the warm glow of a sunset spilling through the window. Barbara: “Well, isn’t this something! They’ve been digging into the Christian Building at Dura-Europos again. Looks like our understanding of early Christian worship spaces might need a serious overhaul.”Continue Reading
Deliberations at Contoso Road Church of Christ In the warmly lit hall of Contoso Road Church of Christ, the old wooden beams echoed with the hum of eager conversation as Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and two visiting elders, Thomas and Samuel, gathered around a robust oak table that seemed as seasoned asContinue Reading
In the warmly lit living room of Barbara’s home, where a collection of well-worn Bibles and theological books adorned the shelves, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Barbara gathered for their weekly Bible study. The topic today was a contentious one: the doctrine of salvation by faith alone, a concept widely debated acrossContinue Reading
The Elder’s Challenge In the tranquil community hall of the Contoso Road Church of Christ, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and a few other respected members of the congregation gathered for an urgent meeting. The topic was sensitive yet crucial: the role and qualifications of an elder, particularly concerning their children’s faithfulness. Ezekiel,Continue Reading
In the warm, book-lined study of Jeremiah’s home, the trio—Jeremiah, Elijah, and Barbara—gathered around a robust oak table that had seen many discussions. Outside, the leaves rustled in the mild breeze of an early autumn afternoon, but inside, a different kind of stirring was about to take place. Jeremiah, alwaysContinue Reading
IIn the quiet and warmly lit meeting room of the Contoso Road Church of Christ, Jeremiah and Ezekiel, the church’s elders, gathered around an old, sturdy oak table. The atmosphere was filled with a sense of purpose as they prepared to address the congregation. Jeremiah adjusted his glasses, cleared hisContinue Reading
In the cozy, warmly lit library of Contoso Road Church of Christ, with walls lined by theological tomes and the gentle scent of aged paper filling the air, Jeremiah, a seasoned elder with a deep love for scriptural integrity, called a meeting. Beside him sat Ezekiel, always keen with aContinue Reading
In the quaint corner of their favorite coffee shop, with its eclectic mix of vintage Americana decor and the soothing aroma of freshly ground coffee beans, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Barbara found themselves embroiled in a lively discussion about a topic close to their hearts: freedom. Jeremiah, adjusting his spectacles thatContinue Reading