If you asked serious readers of Scripture to list books in the Bible they find hardest to understand, the Old Testament book of Zechariah would make the shortlist for many. That's why we are offering this free eBook to help you understand and apply the book of Zechariah.
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Are ministry comparisons good or bad? The answer may surprise you.
It's easy for those in ministry to compare ourselves to others. Is this a good idea or a bad one? The Bible's answer may surprise you.
Preachers: make your sermon both accurate and impactful
As preachers and teachers of God's Word, we want our sermons to be both accurate and impactful—true to the text and helpful to our hearers. By God’s grace, we want to see biblical information produce spiritual transformation. But we’ve learned, this doesn’t happen easily or automatically. What should we do?
Tuesdays with Zechariah (Chapter 14)
If you want to understand the book of Revelation, it's helpful to read the book of Zechariah, especially chapter 14. In Zechariah 14 we are given a preview of what's ahead for our world.
Nicholas and The Easter Effect
The death of Nicholas Green led to life for many others. There's an Easter lesson in his story.
Tuesdays with Zechariah (Chapter 13)
Zechariah 13 contains a prophecy that Jesus said was about Him. It also tells us more of what will happen at the climax of history.
Tuesdays with Zechariah (Chapter 12)
Israel is in the news a great deal these days. There is also a great deal of news about Israel's future in the Bible. Zechariah 12 is one of the key chapters that explains what the nation of Israel will experience at the time of Jesus' return.
Tuesdays with Zechariah (Chapter 9)
In Zechariah 9 we read a prophecy about Israel's future king. It's one you'll recognize from the Gospel account of Jesus entering Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Jesus fulfilled this prophecy, written 500 years before His birth in Bethlehem.
Tips for Teachers: How to have godly confidence as you speak
It's normal to feel nervous as you get ready to teach or preach God's Word. Your heart beats faster, your palms get sweaty, your mouth feels parched. You are keenly aware of your own limitations and others' expectations. So where do you find the courage to speak with godly confidence? Here is what I’ve found helpful.
The Christmas Story in 3 Minutes (Flipbook Version)
Several years ago in Ottawa, I had the joying to telling the Christmas story at a banquet for Canadian Members of Parliament and ambassadors from a wide variety of nations. The challenge was the time limit: I was allotted three minutes.
Rick and Linda Reed 