Making Enemies Out of Allies
The story of the disciples hindering the man casting out demons in Mark 9:38-41 reminds us not to be guilty of making enemies out of allies.
Receiving the Kingdom of God Like Children
What does Jesus mean when he says we must receive the kingdom of God like children and that it belongs to those like them?
“You are the Light of the World”
Jesus says the church is the city set on a hill that shines with the light of the glory of God in a darkened world.
“You Are the Salt of the Earth”
Like salt, Christians are to flavor the earth with the distinct taste of the kingdom and be a purifying agent in a corrupt world.
Implications of the Fall of Jerusalem in AD 70 for Biblical Prophecy
If the fall of Jerusalem in AD 70 is a significant eschatological event, then it has implications for OT prophecy and the book of Revelation.
AD 70 as a Sign of “The End”
The fall of Jerusalem in AD 70 signals the end of the old covenant order and serves as a type of the final eschatological judgment.
The Final Verdict: Judgment for Israel and Vindication for Jesus
The destruction of Jerusalem served as the culmnation of God's judgment on Israel and part of the vindication of Jesus as the Son of Man.
Judgment on God’s House: A Central Theme of the Prophets
Jesus is not only in line with the OT prophets but brings their ministries to a climax in his prophetic messages, actions, and predictions.
The Destruction of Jerusalem and the Vindication of Jesus
The destruction of Jerusalem and its temple in AD 70 is a theologically significant event that is foundational to New Testament eschatology.
