Books
While there are many books written about Christian discipleship, there are not nearly enough books on discipleship that primarily expound the Bible itself. The Apostle John wrote three letters, however, with the main purpose of helping disciples to grow.
That You May Know: A Primer on Christian Discipleship is an enriching study that will lead you through John’s teaching on following Jesus as a disciple.
This book is more than a commentary and more than a topical book on the subject of Christian discipleship. Instead, this is a primer on Christian discipleship written as a careful reading of God’s word in 1, 2 & 3 John. It’s ideal for your own individual devotional reading or as a helpful resource for your group Bible study.
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Bible Studies: Paul's Letter to the Philippians
Studies from my forthcoming pastoral commentary on Paul’s Letter to the Philippians, Have This Mind: A Primer on the Cruciform Life.
Access the complete set of Bible studies from Philippians here.
Bible Studies: The Gospel of John
Access the complete set of Bible studies from the Gospel of John here.
Bible Studies: The Book of Genesis
Access the complete set of Bible studies from Genesis here.
Bible Studies: Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians
Access the current set of Bible studies from 1 Corinthians here. This series is in progress.
Bible Studies: The Letters of John
Access the complete set of Bible studies from the Letters of John here.
Bible Studies: The Gospel of Luke
Access a handful of Bible studies from the Gospel of Luke here. These were studies written during the Advent season of 2018. At the moment, I do not have plans to continue working through the Gospel of Luke; however, I wanted to make these few studies available online for whomever may benefit from them.
Bible Studies: The Book of Ecclesiastes
Access the complete set of Bible studies from the Book of Ecclesiastes here.
Bible Studies: The Gospel of Matthew
Access the complete set of Bible studies from the Gospel of Matthew here.
Matthew 9:35–38: Plentiful Harvest, Few Workers
In the second major section of the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus calls his disciples to join him in his work. Jesus shepherds his sheep through undershepherds. (Exposition of Matthew 9:35–38)
Matthew 9:27–34: The Merciful Son of David
As concludes a cycle of healing miracles, will people respond to Jesus’ authority and compassion with trust? Jesus is the merciful Son of David. (Exposition of Matthew 9:27–34)
Matthew 9:18–26: Salvation for Desperate People
In many ways, Jesus has demonstrated his authority over uncleanness, sickness, storms, and even sin. Now, Jesus demonstrates his compassion: Jesus came to save desperate people. (Exposition of Matthew 9:18–26)
Matthew 9:14–17: New Wine in Fresh Wineskins
When Jesus tells us that we cannot put new wine in old wineskins, he sweeps away the old religious formalism. Jesus has authority to command worship in spirit and truth. (Exposition of Matthew 9:14–17)
Matthew 9:1–13: The Authority to Forgive Sinners
So far, Matthew has portrayed the authority of Jesus in human matters. In Matthew 9, we see that Jesus possesses authority even over matters that belong to God. Namely, Jesus has the authority to forgive sinners. (Exposition of Matthew 9:1–13)
Matthew 8:18–34: Objections to Jesus’ Authority
Jesus’ cost is high, his call is dangerous, and his command is powerful. Nevertheless, the authority of Jesus withstands all objections. (Exposition of Matthew 8:18–34)