John 1:6-13 — the True Light
October 4th, 2024
John 1:6-13 emphasizes the stark contrast between the darkness of a world that rejects its Creator, and the hope found only in embracing Jesus as Lord. In verse 5, the Apostle John had highlighted the...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
John 1:1-5 — The Logos
September 27th, 2024
Understanding John's Use of the term LogosThe Gospel of John begins with the bold claim: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God" (John 1:1). This verse introdu...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
The Gospel of John — Prologue
September 20th, 2024
John: A Unique Theologically Rich NarrativeThe Gospel of John stands out within the New Testament canon. It is distinctiveness in the Canon is evident by its deep theological insights and emphasis on ...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
Zechariah 11 — The False Shepherds
August 2nd, 2024
In Zechariah 11, God expresses His displeasure with the leaders (shepherds) of His people. The prophecy highlights the consequences of rejecting the Messiah (God’s True Shepherd) and the resulting jud...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
Zechariah 10:8 — The Whistle of the Shepherd
July 26th, 2024
Zechariah 10:8 says, I will whistle for them and gather them, For I will redeem them; And they shall increase as they once increased.The imagery in this verse portrays the relationship between the she...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
Zechariah 10:4-12 — A Promise of Hope and Restoration
July 19th, 2024
The central theme of Zechariah 10:4-12 is God's restoration and redemption of His people. While Zechariah 9 portrays God as a warrior, the emphasis in Zechariah 10 is on God as the Shepherd. Zechariah...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
Zechariah 10:1-3 — The Delusion of Idolatry
July 12th, 2024
Zechariah 10:1-3 speaks to God’s provision, the futility of false idols, and His judgment against unfaithful leaders. Verse 1 begins with a call to ask the LORD for rain in the springtime, highlightin...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
Zechariah 9:11-17 — The Blessings of the Coming Messiah
July 5th, 2024
In Zechariah 9:11-17, God is addressing the Jewish exiles still in Babylon. Because of God's faithfulness and His covenants with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob (Israel), He promises to bring the Jewish Dia...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
Zechariah 9:9-10 — The Coming Messiah
June 28th, 2024
Zechariah 9 contains a theological-historical paradox: the surrounding nations will be destroyed yet they will be included in the covenant people. The chapter references peace yet predicts a great war...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
Zechariah 8:9-23 — God’s Restoration & Blessings
June 14th, 2024
Zechariah 8:9-23 — God’s Restoration & BlessingsZechariah 8 is a continuation of God's response to a delegation from Babylon who asked about whether they should continue observing the fast in the fift...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
Zechariah 6:1–8 — Vision 8: The Four Chariots
May 24th, 2024
Zechariah 6:1–8 — Vision 8: The Four Chariots In the eighth vision, Zechariah sees a powerful scene: four chariots, each drawn by horses of distinct colors, racing across the earth. These chariots sym...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
Zechariah 5:1–11 — Vision 6 and 7
May 17th, 2024
Zechariah 5:1–11 — Vision 6 & 7The Flying Scroll & The Women in the BasketThe Themes of the First Five VisionsTwo months after Zechariah started his ministry, he saw eight visions describing the futur...  Read More
by Pastor Stephen Abdo
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