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Wilderness & Exile – Pilgrimage & Hope

Sukkot 2026 Hi Friends, Today’s article is looking forward to this year’s Sukkot celebration (Feast of Tabernacles/Booths), which begins at sundown on Friday, Sept 25th. Sukkot is one of the three pilgrimage festivals throughout the year. The others are Passover (Pesach) and Feast of Weeks (Shavuot). Earlier this year I wrote and article about Shavuot.…
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Ruth, Proverbs 31, & The Ingathering of the Nations

Shavuot 2026 begins on May 21 and ends on May 23, coinciding with Pentecost on May 24. Both commemorate significant biblical events—the giving of the Torah and the Holy Spirit’s arrival. The text highlights the shared heritage of Jews and Christians, emphasizing unity in God’s covenant promises and the inclusivity of Gentiles into God’s family…
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The New Underground Part 4

Darby was So Close, But Missed One Vital Truth Hi Friends, In today’s article, I will look at the ministry of John Nelson Darby, a man whose teaching provided the foundation of one American Christianity’s most popular theological systems, Dispensationalism. Restorationism in the 1820’s The 1820’s was a time in America where restorationist teachers began…
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Rediscovering the True Identity of Jesus’ Ekklesia

Sinaitic Ingathering Ecclesiology: A 24-Week Bible Study Series CLICK HERE FOR A PDF VERSION OF THE STUDY PART I: FOUNDATIONS – THE SINAITIC ORIGIN (Weeks 1-6) Week 1: The Assembly in the Wilderness – Stephen’s Revolutionary Insight Main Question: What is the true identity of God’s people? Key Passages: Acts 7:37-38 (Stephen’s testimony about Moses…
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Until Shalom: Legalism & Antinomianism

Hi Friends, Today we will look at two extreme views regarding biblical law, which are legalism and antinomianism (lawlessness). While I believe the vast majority of believers fall somewhere in-between these two extremes, I have faced many situations where my brothers and sisters have been accused of one or the other. We are going to…
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A Wilderness Ekklesia

The New Underground: Part Three They also set up false witnesses who said, “This man does not cease to speak blasphemous words against this holy place and the law; for we have heard him say that this Jesus of Nazareth will destroy this place (the Temple) and change the customs which Moses delivered to us.”…
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Deeper Look # 6 – Ephesians 4 Unity

There is one body and one Spirit… Ephesians 4:4 NKJV “For behold, in those days and at that time,When I bring back the captives of Judah and Jerusalem,I will also gather all nations,And bring them down to the Valley of Jehoshaphat;And I will enter into judgment with them thereOn account of My people, My heritage Israel,Whom they…
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What Does the Bible Say About Going to Heaven?

The Bible says a remarkable amount about the age to come and about the heavens. What the Bible does not say much about is an eternity of believers dwelling in heaven. One of our primary biblical hopes is the resurrection, when the faithful in Jesus Messiah are given glorified and eternal bodies during Jesus’ return…
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Is the Pre-Trib Rapture Theory Biblical?

We are going to answer a question today: “Is the Pre-Trib rapture theory biblical?” To be clear, my goal today is to show why pre-tribulation rapture theory is not only unbiblical, but it is also a doctrine of demons. For much of the Western church, end-times study is often fixated on the timing of the…
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The Spirit and Power of Obadiah

A Doctrine of Hospitality at the End of the Age Greetings Friends, Hospitality is not often a gift we think of as being a spiritual gift, yet this is just what the Bible teaches. But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers. And above all things have fervent…
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When God Redirects Your Plans

Hi Friends, Less than a month ago we thought we were on our way to Hawaii, which had a wonderful business and ministry opportunity waiting for us. We parted from our commitments in Missouri and sold or donated almost every possession we owned. Road ready, we headed for Wisconsin and Phoenix to spend some time…
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The Lost Discipline of Correction

Recently, I have been writing a lot about unity in the Church. Something I haven’t really written about yet are the spiritual, intellectual, and emotional skills necessary to pursue unity. This article is my first attempt. I’ll dive into this much deeper in my coming book. In the meantime allow me to ask a simple…
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The Error of New Testament Priority

In the article “Understanding Scripture Part One,” the author critiques the approach of New Testament Priority (NTP) in biblical interpretation, especially as it relates to understanding Old Testament promises. The author argues for a perspective of canonical continuity, emphasizing that the New Testament should develop rather than reinterpret the original meanings of the Old Testament…
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What is the Gospel of Christ Jesus?

The Gospel of the Kingdom, proclaimed by Jesus, emphasizes the good news of a future earthly kingdom centered in Israel. Various interpretations exist regarding its present and future realities. Understanding and preaching this gospel involves recognizing Jesus as the true King of Israel, fulfilling prophetic promises and establishing His reign at His return.
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Re-Examining the Apostolic Fathers: Did Clement Gaslight the Corinthians

Introduction: Why Clement Matters Hi Friends, Today’s article continues my exploration of the Jewish foundations of the body of Christ. I’m not certain I’m ready to commit to a full series on the Apostolic Fathers, but Clement’s writings are particularly important for anyone interested in biblical Zionism and Jewish apocalypticism. While his work has often…
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Christmas 2025: The Lord Our Righteousness

This year’s Christmas letter reflects on the incarnation of Christ amid rising violence against Jewish and Christian communities worldwide. Examining biblical prophecies from Jeremiah and Luke, we explore how Advent calls us to understand God’s promises to Israel and Jerusalem in light of today’s persecution and global unrest.
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Summary of Western Theological Traditions

The article explores various theological frameworks within western Christianity, urging believers to critically assess long-held traditions. While acknowledging significant differences among denominations, it advocates for unity in faith centered on Jesus Christ. The author emphasizes the importance of sincere devotion to Scripture and encourages constructive dialogue despite doctrinal disagreements.





