Revelation 18 gave us the perspective of earth, seeing the Prostitute, the great city of Babylon fallen, seeing the lovers of the Prostitute in mournful lament. Revelation 19 gives us the perspective of heaven. The … Read More
To The One Who Conquers – Babylon is Fallen!
Back in Revelation 17, John, the author of this book, the one who was given these visions, is shown the judgement of Babylon that is to come. And now here in chapter 18, John is … Read More
To The One Who Conquers – In this Corner: the deception of evil vs the power of God
Ultimately, the solution to the seductive and threatening power of evil is not to take up arms against it but to resist it by delighting in the God who has broken the power of evil … Read More
Jesus’ Verdict on the World – The World’s Sentence
In last week’s passage (Luke 21:5-24), Jesus began a conversation with His disciples about the end of the world, the day of judgement, the coming of God’s Kingdom in full. The end began with the … Read More
Jesus’ Verdict on the World – Jerusalem’s Sentence
The prediction of the temple’s destruction triggers questions about the end of all things, the final judgement of God. Disciples of Jesus must know what are NOT signs and how to respond to them, and … Read More
Jesus’ Verdict on the World – Verdict on Corrupt Religion
Jesus, having navigated the traps set against him, now goes on the attack. Jesus calls out and condemns the corrupt religion and leadership of Israel. He warns the crowds and all future people of God … Read More
Jesus’ Verdict on the World – The Verdict of the Proud
Many people put questions to Jesus. However, they are not seeking answers. They think they have Jesus where they want him. But Jesus cannot be tamed. He asks back, “Do you know who you are … Read More
Jesus’ Verdict on the World – Authority Rejected
Jesus, humble king who brings peace, enters into Jerusalem and into the temple. He is shown to be the cornerstone, the very determiner of life and peace, yet he is rejected by the Jewish leaders. … Read More
Seeing the King and His Kingdom – The Arrival of the King
Jesus makes his final approach to Jerusalem. The King has arrived, in full control, in fulfilment of the prophesied Christ, but strangely, in humility. It is divine power combined with humility that wins glorious peace … Read More
Seeing the King and His Kingdom – The Return of the King
The New Year has come and it’s time to take stock. How did 2021 go for you? How did your investments go – the investments into your studies, your work, even your own financial portfolio? … Read More