Bible Commentaries

Contend for the Faith: Why Jude’s Message Still Matters

What does it mean to contend for the faith? Explore Jude’s warning about false teachers, his call to persevere, and why his message still matters today.

Why the Book of Revelation Is About Hope, Not Fear: A...

Why is Revelation a book of hope, not fear? Explore Revelation 1–22 and see how Jesus conquers evil, protects his people, and makes the world right.

What Do We Do With Seemingly Contradictory Proverbs?

Do some Bible proverbs contradict each other? Explore Proverbs 26:4–5 and learn how context and discernment help us read biblical wisdom faithfully.

From Victory to Despair: What Elijah’s Exhaustion Teaches Us About God’s...

Max Lucado shares what Elijah’s exhaustion after Mount Carmel teaches us about burnout, discouragement, and finding rest, refreshment, and renewed purpose in God.

When Grace Meets Our Guilt: The Hope of Psalm 51

Psalm 51 is a profound prayer of humility and repentance. But knowing its backstory is critical to truly understand its grace-filled power.

Does the Serpent Get Crushed in the New Testament Too?: Weird...

In Genesis 3, God prophesies that the serpent will be crushed. In Matthew 4, we finally see it happen.

How Moses Overcame His Anxiety — and You Can Too

Moses, a hero of the faith who boldly stood up to the most powerful man on the planet, started out as an anxious, hesitant defeatist.

How Jesus’ Prayer for Building Community in His Church Applies to...

Just before his arrest and crucifixion, Jesus prayed for his disciples — and his prayer still holds lessons for the church today.

So, Who Crushes the Dragon-Snake?: Weird Stuff in the Bible, Part...

The crafty Dragon-snake might steal the story from Adam, Eve, and potentially God in Genesis 3. But he doesn't have the last word — God does.

Is There Really a Walking, Talking Dragon-Snake in the Bible?: Weird...

The "serpent" in the garden of Eden is a lot weirder than you might imagine. What's really going on in Genesis 3?

Paul’s Church Trauma: Rethinking the ‘Thick-Skinned’ Apostle

Paul has a reputation for being insensitive and "think-skinned." But a closer reading of 2 Corinthians reveals how sensitive the Apostle was.

Considering Joy in Trials: A Commentary on James 1:2-4

What does James mean when he says to consider it "pure joy" whenever you face trials? If you've ever faced trials, joy probably wasn't your first thought.

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