Demon possession in the first century was a terrifying phenomenon that gripped entire communities, often producing extreme physical, psychological, and spiritual manifestations. Some insights that may ...

Key Points In teaching Mark 1:14-15, key insights can be drawn from both Biblical and historical contexts. Transition from John’s Ministry to Jesus’ Ministry: The passage marks ...

Fishermen were deeply rooted in small, close-knit families. Sons typically learned the trade from their fathers, and multiple generations often worked together. Women played an essential role in ...

Mark 1:9-13 covers Jesus’ baptism and His subsequent temptation in the wilderness, both of which reveal key aspects of His mission and identity. The main insights from biblical and secular ...

Imagine this: this gospel begins by declaring Jesus as the Son of God. But this wasn’t just any title—it was a direct challenge to Roman imperial power. The term “gospel” (Greek: euangelion) wasn’t ...

To introduce a “wow factor” that will captivate readers and listeners:  Did you know that the moment Jesus was baptized and the heavens tore open wasn’t just a spiritual ...

Jewish fishermen had to follow kosher dietary laws, which allowed only fish with fins and scales, such as tilapia and carp (Leviticus 11). Non-kosher fish like catfish posed challenges, as handling or ...

The Greek word λεπρὸς (lepros) is used to describe the man who approaches Jesus. While traditionally translated as “leper,” this term was used for various skin diseases in ancient times, not just what ...