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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

A deeper dive into Mark 1:40-45 and we can explore more nuanced theological, cultural, and linguistic insights from a range of commentaries.   Mark 1:40-45 – Key Points  This passage ...

Deep Dive Into Leprosy  λεπρὸς (lepros) – “leper”  The Greek word λεπρὸς (lepros) is used to describe the man who approaches Jesus. While traditionally translated as “leper,” this term ...

Okay, let’s start. Let’s pray. God, we are the creator of the universe. We invite you to give it to us. We ask that your kingdom come. We will be done here in this room on Earth, the way you’re doing ...

First-century Jewish views on demon possession were deeply rooted in cultural and religious practices. Historical records, such as those from the historian Josephus, describe detailed accounts of ...