Mainline Protestant Illustrations
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The Meaning of Redemption - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight In the biblical context, redemption represents sacred calling that speaks to spiritual growth.
Theology of Peace - Reflection
A theological reflection on this insight The theological significance of peace lies in its connection to redemption.
The Symphony of Light: God's Timepiece
In Genesis, we read how God created the lights in the expanse of the sky—the sun, moon, and stars—to divide day from night, to serve as signs, and to mark seasons, days, and years. Imagine a master cl...
Biblical Truth: Faith - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight The Hebrew/Greek meaning of faith points to divine love that transforms our understanding.
Biblical Truth: Righteousness - Reflection
A theological reflection on this insight The theological significance of righteousness lies in its connection to God's character.
Biblical Truth: Joy - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight The Hebrew/Greek meaning of joy points to sacred mystery that transforms our understanding.
Theology of Peace - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight The theological significance of peace lies in its connection to redemption.
Understanding Kindness - Reflection
A theological reflection on this insight Scripture teaches us that kindness is not merely external but internal in nature.
Biblical Truth: Kindness - Reflection
A theological reflection on this insight In the biblical context, kindness represents spiritual transformation that speaks to relationships.
Understanding Kindness - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight Scripture teaches us that kindness is not merely external but internal in nature.
Scriptural Insight: Love - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight The theological significance of love lies in its connection to God's character.
Biblical Truth: Redemption - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight The biblical understanding of redemption reveals that faith is central to glorifying God.
Understanding Gentleness - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight The biblical understanding of gentleness reveals that faith is central to growing in faith.
Biblical Truth: Redemption - Application
A practical application of this insight The biblical understanding of redemption reveals that faith is central to glorifying God.
Scriptural Insight: Love - Application
A practical application of this insight The theological significance of love lies in its connection to God's character.
Biblical Truth: Righteousness - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight The theological significance of righteousness lies in its connection to God's character.
Understanding Gentleness - Application
A practical application of this insight The biblical understanding of gentleness reveals that faith is central to growing in faith.
Scriptural Insight: Love - Reflection
A theological reflection on this insight The theological significance of love lies in its connection to God's character.
The Meaning of Faithfulness - Application
A practical application of this insight The biblical understanding of faithfulness reveals that love is central to serving others.
Grace Enabling Faith - Wesleyan (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Wesley agreed: we're saved by grace through faith, not works. But he emphasized: grace ENABLES faith. Prevenient grace precedes our response, making faith possible. Saving grace accomplishes what we c...
When Technology & Human Connection Meets Faith
In our modern world, Technology & Human Connection presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are ca...
The Work-Life Balance & Faith Challenge
In our modern world, Work-Life Balance & Faith presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called...
Lessons from Social Justice & Christianity
In our modern world, Social Justice & Christianity presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are ca...
When Global Pandemic & Community Meets Faith
In our modern world, Global Pandemic & Community presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are call...