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 3:13–17: The Baptism of the Beloved Son
At the baptism of Jesus, our Lord associates with and identifies with his sinful people, to reveal the Triune love of God. King Jesus came to cleanse sinners. (Exposition of Matthew 3:13–17)
Matthew 3:1–12: Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at Hand
John the Baptist has a stern demeanor, but a gracious message of purification from sins through Jesus. As the kingdom of heaven draws near, King Jesus calls us to prepare for his coming kingdom. (Exposition of Matthew 3:1–12)
Matthew 2:13–23: Out of Egypt and into Nazareth
The murderous response of Herod to Jesus’ birth teaches us an ugly truth: all those who are associated with Jesus will suffer. The promise, though, is that Jesus claims his kingdom through suffering. (Exposition of Matthew 2:13–23)
Matthew 2:1–12: Jesus Dethrones Illegitimate Kings
The kingship of Jesus is a blessing to those who seek him by faith, but a threat to those who cling to their own power. One way or another, Jesus dethrones illegitimate kings. (Exposition of Matthew 2:1–12)
Matthew 1:18–25: “They Shall Call His Name Immanuel”
From the beginning, Jesus is a stumbling block. By all outward appearances, he is a scandal, but God reveals that Jesus is Immanuel, the Savior of sinners. Jesus is God with us. (Exposition of Matthew 1:18–25)
Matthew 1:1–17: Jesus Christ, Son of David, and Son of Abraham
As Matthew opens his Gospel, he sets up the themes for his presentation of Jesus as the Christ, the son of David, and the son of Abraham. In the fullness of time, God sent forth his Son. (Exposition of Matthew 1:1–17)