We are now approaching the end of our read through the New Testament. By now we have read three of the Gospels, having experienced the miracles, the teachings, the betrayals, the crucifixion and resurrection mutlitple times. We have read all about the start and spread of the early church. We have wrestled through questions of theology, identity, and community. We have face hardships and persecutions and great victories. Now as the journey through the New Testament draws to a

I developed this method for reading the New Testament in four volumes because I wanted to 1) emphasize the differences in the four Gospels, 2) explore the development of Christianity over the course of the First Century, and 3) encounter the New Testament writings in a more (but not exclusively) chronological order. I hope by now you are beginning to understand the vision and purpose behind this reading plan. Next up we will spend time with Luke, Paul, and the broader Greco-R

After making your way through the writings centered on a Jewish audience and perspective, it's time to move into the next section. [ TL;DR: Mark, Acts 1-12, 1 & 2 Thessalonians, 1 & 2 Peter ] Volume 2: Ready, Set, Go These next writings focus on the apostle Peter and the rapid spread of the early church. Let's begin with... The Gospel According to Mark While Matthew is the first Gospel account in the biblical order as we know it, Mark's Gospel was likely the first one written

The Bible isn't just ancient history—it's a living story that we're invited into today. When you step back and look at the big picture, Scripture unfolds like a six-act drama, with God as the main character pursuing relationship with His people. Let me walk you through this epic narrative. Act 1: Creation "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." Before we learn anything else about God, we discover He is a creator—an artist who takes time and care with His wo

So, you want to read your Bible more? Amazing! I'm 100% in favor of it. But do you know how to begin? I believe the Holy Scriptures have been preserved for us and handed down through the ages in such a way that anyone can pick up a Bible, start reading, and find a message of hope and salvation. But to get the most out of your time in God's Word, it is helpful to have a plan. This is not a "Read the Bible in a Year" plan. I don't think you should put a timeline on reading the

There was a time when all people on earth spoke one language and wanted to reach the heights of God but God didn't want that so he caused different languages come out of the peoples' mouths.(Read Gen. 11:1-9)   Since God caused different languages there became a need to translate from one language to another language.  The Bible in particular has been translated into many languages and continues to do so presently.  The first record of any part of the Bible being translated