Having just learned that their eternal destiny would be determined by their stewardship, Jesus’ disciples found fault with a woman who seemed to have wasted some very expensive perfume. Jesus’ view, however, surely surprised them.
Todays Scripture: Matthew 26:1-15
HeavenWord TV – Week 137
Hidden Insights into John 3:16
Why is it that Christians believe that the word “perish” found in John 3:16 does not mean “perish” but “eternally preserve in unmitigated pain and terror”? Why do they similarly believe that the phrase “eternal life” found in John 3:16 means much more than simply “living forever”?
Todays Scripture: Matthew 25:41, 46
HeavenWord TV – Week 123
Is All Sin the Same in God's Eyes?
If you begin to teach any specific standard of holiness, you will inevitably be criticized by someone who will say, “But all sin is the same in God’s eyes!” How should you respond?
Todays Scripture: Matthew 23:23-39
HeavenWord TV – Week 121
Self-Exalting Ministry Titles
Jesus condemned the scribes and Pharisees for loving their respectful titles, such as of Rabbi. He told His followers to avoid titles such as Teacher, Leader and Father, and for good reason. So how does Jesus feel about other titles, such as Pastor and Apostle?
Todays Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12
HeavenWord TV – Week 122
Religious Liars
As a child, did you ever cross your fingers behind your back as you were telling a lie? Tragically, the scribes and Pharisees essentially continued that practice as adults. David explains how.
Todays Scripture: Matthew 23:12-23
HeavenWord TV – Week 126
70AD or Not Yet?
Scholars debate if the first half of Jesus’ Olivet Discourse has application to events that preceded Jerusalem’s destruction in 70AD or to events that will precede the return of Jesus. David agrees with both!
Todays Scripture: Matthew 24:14-21
HeavenWord TV – Week 135
The Sheep and the Goats
The Bible not only affirms that we are saved by grace, but it also explicitly warns against a certain kind of grace. That false grace is clearly illustrated in today’s reading of Matthew 25:31-46.
Todays Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46
HeavenWord TV – Week 133
The Parable of the Talents
There are several important spiritual lessons found in Jesus’ Parable of the Talents—about God, you, and your eternal destiny. And if you think you are not a very talented person, this parable should change your mind.
Todays Scripture: Matthew 25:13-30
HeavenWord TV – Week 131
Stay Ready
Is it possible to be ready now for Jesus’ return, but not be ready when He does actually return?
Todays Scripture: Matthew 24:40-51
HeavenWord TV – Week 132
The Parable of the Ten Virgins
As he often does, David show the ultra-importance of context in rightly interpreting a well-known passage of Scripture that is often contextually abused.