To truly grasp the story of Jesus and the impact of his ministry, it helps to understand what the world he walked into looked like. First-century Judea was alive with voices; traveling teachers, prophets, and philosophers
Toss Us to the Lions
In 1 Peter 2:13-17, Peter emphasizes that our conduct shapes how others perceive the God we serve. Because our behavior reflects on His character, believers are called to respect governing authorities
Politics and Religion
If we look back through history, we see that in the earliest periods there was no distinct concept of politics, societal conduct was strictly directed through guidance and obedience to God. But as humanity multiplied God establish