This week’s Weekly Christian Focus introduces readers to Ralph Venning, a seventeenth-century English preacher and writer whose powerful work The Plague of Plagues left a lasting impression on the author. Venning’s extensive study of sin describes sin as humanity’s great spiritual plague and examines its destructive effects through Scripture. The main focus of this article is a lesser-known section of …
Category: Bible Studies & Characters
7 Great Missionaries from Wales And The Welsh Revival. WCF 273
This WCF edition explores Wales’s remarkable Christian heritage, focusing particularly on the Welsh Revival of 1904–1905, the historic Welsh chapels, and the missionaries and pastors who carried the Gospel from Wales to the nations. Jerry Finch draws on his own experience of witnessing in Wales and revisits material from his 2018 book, British Christians and the Coming Civil War! The …
How Are Our Shadows Doing? The Healing And Destructive Powe Of The Apostle Peter. WCF 271
Jerry Finch examines two remarkable aspects of the Apostle Peter’s ministry after being filled with the Holy Spirit. On one hand, Peter’s close walk with Christ resulted in extraordinary healing power, so much so that even his shadow became a source of healing for those who believed. On the other hand, Acts 5 records the sobering account of Ananias and …
THE 12:1-2SITUATIONS. WCF 268
Jerry Finch explores a remarkable spiritual connection between Romans 12:1-2 and Hebrews 12:1-2, two passages that have deeply shaped his Christian life. Although written by different authors in different contexts, both scriptures issue the same urgent call: dedicate your whole life to God, reject conformity to the world, lay aside every weight and sin, and keep your eyes fixed on …
The Two Babylons Part II. WCF 266
The Two Babylons Part II: Understanding Spiritual Babylon In this second installment of The Two Babylons, Jerry Finch examines the Bible‘s portrayal of “Spiritual Babylon” in the book of Revelation. Rather than focusing on the ancient empire, this study explores Babylon as a worldwide spiritual system that has influenced nations throughout history through idolatry, materialism, luxury, immorality, and persecution of …
Pilate And The Jews. WCF 265
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 …
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 …
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 …
When Women Are Smarter Than Their Husbands In The Bible. WCF 261
This article explores biblical examples where wisdom is displayed within marriage, sometimes by women, sometimes by men, and ultimately by both working together under God. Through stories such as Abigail and Nabal, Samson’s parents, Pontius Pilate and his wife, and Timothy’s mother and grandmother, we see women acting with discernment, faith, and courage. It then contrasts this with cases where …
A Sample Of The Book Of Proverbs. WCF 259
This article introduces the Book of Book of Proverbs as a practical guide for daily Christian living, rooted in wisdom largely attributed to King Solomon. The writer shares a personal testimony of reading one chapter of Proverbs daily and memorizing Scripture, showing how consistent exposure to God’s Word shapes the mind and life over time. Focusing on Proverbs 13, the …