This article examines the role of Pontius Pilate in the trial and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, arguing that Pilate has often been misunderstood. After briefly outlining Pilate’s position as Roman governor of Judea and his difficult relationship with the Jewish leadership, the article focuses on the Gospel accounts, particularly Luke 23 and John 19. A repeated pattern emerges throughout the …
Month: June 2026
The Two Babylons. Part I. WCF 264
This first part of “The Two Babylons” focuses on the historical Babylonian Empire and its biblical significance. It traces Babylon from its early beginnings as a city-state to its rise as a dominant empire under kings like Hammurabi and Nebuchadnezzar, and finally to its سقوط under Cyrus the Great. The article ties this history closely to Scripture, especially through the …
Good News From Ecuador, June 2026.
Dear ones, We hope you are well and we pray for you all in our biweekly prayer vigil time. Jenny had a paid trip to Australia from may 24th to june 11th which included 4 and a bit days of travel, funded by my older sister and her husband as an 80th birthday gift for my sister. We had not …
Good News From India, June 2026.
Addicted To Praising Him! WCF 263
This article calls Christians back to wholehearted, expressive praise rooted in truth, sacrifice, and real devotion to Jesus Christ. Drawing from personal experiences across cultures, it contrasts passionate, uninhibited worship with more reserved and comfort-focused expressions often found in Western churches. It challenges modern Christian worship music for lacking themes of repentance, spiritual battle, sacrifice, and commitment, warning that this …
Wisdom, Solomon Receives Wisdom. WCF 262
This reflection on 1 Kings chapter 3 centers on Solomon’s early walk with God and the defining moment when he asks for wisdom. Though he begins with a sincere love for the Lord, small compromises appear early, hinting at future decline. When God invites him to ask for anything, Solomon responds with humility, recognizing his limitations and seeking discernment to …