It is an unfortunate misconception that because these books are called "The Minor Prophets", their relevance to our lives is also "minor. This couldn't be further from the truth. The richness of life's lessons and our prophetic hope permeate every word.
Tag: Commentary
The Five Gospels?
While Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are normally considered the 'four Gospels', the book of Acts continues the story of the life and work of Jesus Christ as the fifth book regarding The Good News.
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." - John 3:16
The Book of Revelation is the only book of the Bible with a Promise to the reader! Why? What makes this book so special?
The book of Jude is a tiny book, tragically neglected by students, yet overflowing with fascinating Old Testament references and allusions: lessons from Israel in the wilderness, the angels that sinned, the strange events of Sodom and Gomorrah, and other insights from Cain, Balaam, as well as the
Of John's five New Testament books, these three include a sermon and two personal letters, one of which may have been written to Mary, the mother of our Lord. His Gospel deals with our past: Salvation. Revelation deals with our future. John's First Epistle deals with our present: Sanctification.
As a member of the Inner Circle Peter was present at the Transfiguration, the raising of Jairus' daughter, and the closer circle at Gethsemane.

