Who Was Mary, the Mother of James, in the Bible? A Faithful Witness of the Cross and Resurrection Series: People of the Bible Primary texts: Matthew 27:55–61, Mark 15:40–16:8, Luke 24:1–10, John 19:25 This post is written in three tiers so you can read at your pace: (1) Quick Look, (2) Simple Explanation, (3) Deep... Continue Reading →
The King on the Cross (John 19:1-42)
Introduction John 19 is the heart of the Gospel. Here, Jesus endures the brutal sentence of Rome, the rejection of His own people, and the agonizing death of the cross. Yet John highlights not only the cruelty of men but also the sovereignty of God. Every detail fulfills prophecy, every act moves God’s plan of... Continue Reading →