Erasmus of Rotterdam – Forerunner of the Reformation
How Erasmus of Rotterdam prepared the way for the Reformation through his biting satire of church abuses and his printed Greek New Testament.
How Can We Improve the Atmosphere in Our Family? – (James 1:19)
Six biblical counsels — from James, Malachi, and Ecclesiastes — for improving the atmosphere and strengthening the bond of your marriage.
Creation Seen from Space – (Genesis 1:1-2)
A study of Genesis 1:1-2:3 showing that one wise, personal God created and ordered all things, and made humanity in his image to know him.
The Way Back to the Tree of Life – (Genesis 5:24)
Genesis 5:24 and the life of Enoch: the way to escape death and reach life is to walk faithfully with God, who rewards those who seek Him.
Brokenness — The Key to Christ’s Power – (Genesis 32:24-32)
Genesis 32:24-32: Jacob’s night at Peniel shows that brokenness, the end of self-reliance, is the key to Christ’s power working in us.
Light in the Midst of Darkness – (Ruth 1:1-4)
A walk through the book of Ruth (1:1–4:22): how God quietly works redemption — risking faith, providence, and a love that blesses everyone.
Pessimism or Optimism — The Outlook of Two Widows – (Ruth 1:1-22)
Ruth 1: two widows face the same loss but read it differently — Naomi in bitter pessimism, Ruth in grateful faith. Which outlook is yours?
One Wonderful Day – (Ruth 2:1-16)
A study of Ruth 2:1-16: how God gives His gifts to those who enter the door He opens in Scripture and, like Boaz, are ready to bless others.
Manipulation and Morality – (Ruth 2:17-3)
A study of Ruth 2:17–3:18: how Naomi’s manipulation fails while Boaz’s morality trusts God, calling us to faith over scheming.
Redemptive Thinking – (Ruth 4:1-12)
A study of Ruth 4:1-12 on living an unhypocritical righteous life and thinking redemptively, so that our neighbors glorify God.