September 8, 2023 Take a quick look around our world, and it is obvious that our kids are under spiritual attack. It is a terrifying thought, but the Bible tells us that we’re in a spiritual war (Ephesians 6:12), and our children have an enemy that actively plots to attack Read more
Written By Lesallan Ohio Christian University BIB3510 Gospels: Luke (ONLF23) Professor Daniel Rickett September 7, 2023 The Gospel of Luke Devotional – Gratitude One of the most striking stories in the Gospel of Luke is the account of Jesus being anointed by a sinful woman in the house of a Read more
Written By Lesallan Ohio Christian University BIB3510 Gospels: Luke (ONLF23) Professor Daniel Rickett September 7, 2023 Luke 9:28–36 and 10:25–37 (ESV) Detailed Analyses Discussion After conducting an inductive Bible study on Luke 9:28-36 (ESV) and Luke 10:25-37 (ESV), I have identified the top three insights from each passage. These findings Read more
Written By Lesallan Ohio Christian University BIB3510 Gospels: Luke (ONLF23) Professor Daniel Rickett September 7, 2023 The Synoptic Problem and the Triple Tradition The Synoptic Gospels, consisting of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, share many narratives that are often presented in a similar order and with similar phrasing. In contrast to Read more
Written By Les Allan – September 6, 2023 Society today is full of cultures and subcultures that shape our identities, values, and beliefs. But what are they, and what should we believe? In this blog post, I will explore the definitions and examples of culture and subculture, and discuss some Read more
I grew up in a small town in Wisconsin called West Allis, where going to church every Sunday with grandma was the norm. I remember sitting in the wooden pews, listening to the preacher’s sermon, singing hymns, and praying with the congregation. I was taught that God had a plan Read more
Written By Les Allan – September 3, 2023 Luke 10:25-37 (ESV): Detailed Analysis Version: ESV Initial Observations & Questions • The passage is a parable told by Jesus (Luke 10:25-37, ESV).o What is a parable, and why did Jesus tell them?• The passage begins with a lawyer asking Jesus a Read more
Written by Lesallan – September 2, 2023 The parable of the Good Samaritan is one of the most well-known and beloved stories in the Bible. It tells the story of a man who was robbed, beaten, and left for dead on the road from Jerusalem to Jericho, and how he Read more
The Book of Luke 9:28-36 (ESV): Detailed Analysis Written By Les Allan – September 2, 2023 Version: ESV Initial Observations & Questions Structure Luke 9:28-36 (ESV) describes the Transfiguration of Jesus Christ on a mountain in the presence of his disciples Peter, John, and James. The passage is significant because Read more