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Revelation

The unveiling revelation of Jesus the Messiah in all His glory.

Chapter 01 Brief Introduction to Jude The Letter of Jude, though brief, stands as one of Scripture’s most urgent and passionate warnings. Written by Jude, who humbly identifies himself as “a servant of Jesus Christ and brother of James” (and…

3 John

Chapter 01 Brief Introduction to 3 John The Third Letter of John, though the shortest book in the New Testament, offers a fascinating window into the life of the early church. Written by “the elder” (traditionally identified as the Apostle…

2 John

Chapter 01 Brief Introduction to 2 John The Second Letter of John stands as a masterful integration of truth and love in Christian community. Written by “the elder” to the “elect lady and her children,” this brief letter powerfully demonstrates…

1 John

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 Brief Introduction to 1 John While the Gospel of John proclaims that “God is light” and “God is love,” the First Letter of John shows us how these truths transform Christian living. Written by…

2 Peter

Chapters 01 02 03 Brief Introduction to 2 Peter The Second Letter of Peter addresses critical issues threatening the early church: false teaching, moral compromise, and skepticism about Christ’s return. Written with urgency and pastoral concern, Peter reinforces the foundations…

1 Peter

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 Brief Introduction to 1 Peter The First Letter of Peter speaks powerfully to Christians facing trials and persecution. Written to scattered believers across Asia Minor, it combines profound theology with practical encouragement, showing how…

James (Jacob)

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 Brief Introduction to James The Letter of James stands as a powerful call to authentic Christian living. Written by James, the brother of Jesus and leader of the Jerusalem church, this letter combines practical…

Hebrews

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 Brief Introduction to Hebrews The Letter to the Hebrews stands as one of Scripture’s most profound expositions of Christ’s supremacy and sufficiency. Though its author remains…

Philemon

Chapter 01 Brief Introduction to Philemon The Letter to Philemon stands as the New Testament’s most personal and intimate letter, addressing a delicate situation involving a runaway slave, Onesimus, who had become a Christian under Paul’s ministry. Though brief, this…

Titus

Chapters 01 02 03 Brief Introduction to Titus The Letter to Titus, one of Paul’s pastoral epistles, provides crucial guidance for establishing order and maintaining sound doctrine in the early church. Written to his trusted colleague ministering on the island…

2 Timothy

Chapters 01 02 03 04 Brief Introduction to 2 Timothy Paul’s final letter, written from prison in Rome, serves as both a personal farewell to his beloved protégé Timothy and a powerful call to preserve and proclaim the gospel faithfully.…

1 Timothy

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 Brief Introduction to 1 Timothy The First Letter to Timothy provides essential guidance for church leadership and organization. Written by Paul to his trusted associate overseeing the church in Ephesus, this letter combines…

2 Thessalonians

Chapters 01 02 03 Brief Introduction to 2 Thessalonians The Second Letter to the Thessalonians addresses a young church facing persecution while wrestling with confusion about Christ’s return. Written shortly after his first letter, Paul provides clarity about end-time events…

1 Thessalonians

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 Brief Introduction to 1 Thessalonians The First Letter to the Thessalonians stands as Paul’s earliest preserved letter, written to a young church facing persecution while growing in faith. Despite being forced to leave Thessalonica…

Colossians

Chapters 01 02 03 04 Brief Introduction to Colossians Written by Paul from prison, the Letter to the Colossians presents one of Scripture’s most exalted views of Christ’s supremacy. Addressing a church threatened by false teaching that diminished Christ’s sufficiency,…

Philippians

Chapters 01 02 03 04 Brief Introduction to Philippians Often called Paul’s letter of joy, Philippians radiates gratitude and contentment despite being written from prison. This deeply personal letter to one of Paul’s favorite churches combines warm affection with profound…

Ephesians

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 Brief Introduction to Ephesians Often described as the crown of Paul’s theology, Ephesians presents a magnificent vision of God’s eternal purpose in Christ and the church. Written from prison, this letter soars in…

Galatians

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 Brief Introduction to Galatians Galatians stands as Paul’s most passionate defense of the gospel of grace against works-based religion. Written with urgent concern, this letter confronts attempts to add Jewish law observance to…

2 Corinthians

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 Brief Introduction to 2 Corinthians This intensely personal letter reveals Paul’s heart for ministry more than any of his other writings. Written amid controversy and criticism…

1 Corinthians

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Brief Introduction to 1 Corinthians Written to a divided and troubled church in the wealthy city of Corinth, Paul’s first letter addresses a…

Romans

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Brief Introduction to Romans The Letter to the Romans stands as Paul’s most comprehensive presentation of the gospel. Written as he planned to…

Acts

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Brief Introduction to Acts The Book of Acts narrates the explosive…

John

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Brief Introduction to John The Gospel of John stands distinct from the Synoptic Gospels, presenting a deeply theological…

Luke

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Brief Introduction to Luke The Gospel of Luke presents the most comprehensive account of Jesus’…

Mark

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Brief Introduction to Mark The Gospel of Mark presents the fastest-paced and most action-oriented account of Jesus’ ministry. Written in a vivid, present-tense…

Matthew

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Brief Introduction to Matthew The Gospel of Matthew presents Jesus as…

Malachi

Chapters 01 02 03 04 Brief Introduction to Malachi Through a series of disputations between God and His people, Malachi addresses a community going through the motions of religion while questioning God’s love and justice. As the last prophetic voice…

Zechariah

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 Brief Introduction to Zechariah Through eight night visions, prophetic oracles, and apocalyptic imagery, Zechariah offers hope to a discouraged people while pointing toward the Messiah.…

Haggai

Chapters 01 02 Brief Introduction to Haggai Through four precisely dated messages delivered over four months, Haggai calls the returned exiles to rebuild God’s temple. As the people prioritize their own homes while neglecting God’s house, this prophet demonstrates how…

Zephaniah

Chapters 01 02 03 Brief Introduction to Zephaniah Zephaniah thunders with warnings of the coming Day of the Lord while offering hope through divine love. As a prophet of royal descent, he fearlessly proclaims judgment against Judah’s corruption while promising…

Habakkuk

Chapters 01 02 03 Brief Introduction to Habakkuk Unlike other prophetic books addressing Israel or nations, Habakkuk records an intimate dialogue between the prophet and God. Through honest questions about divine justice and sovereignty, Habakkuk moves from confusion to confidence,…

Nahum

Chapters 01 02 03 Brief Introduction to Nahum Through vivid poetry announcing Nineveh’s destruction, Nahum reveals God’s righteousness in judging oppressive powers. While Jonah had earlier proclaimed God’s mercy to this great city, Nahum now declares its final judgment, demonstrating…

Micah

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 Brief Introduction to Micah Through powerful oracles of judgment and hope, Micah speaks for the oppressed while pronouncing judgment on corrupt leaders and prophesying the Messiah’s coming. A contemporary of Isaiah, this…

Jonah

Chapters 01 02 03 04 Brief Introduction to Jonah Unlike other prophetic books focusing on oracles and visions, Jonah tells a story – one that reveals God’s heart for all nations while exposing the prophet’s reluctance to embrace divine mercy.…

Obadiah

Chapters 01 Brief Introduction to Obadiah The shortest Old Testament prophetic book delivers a focused message of judgment against Edom for their violence against Judah. Through this specific prophecy about brotherly betrayal, Obadiah reveals enduring truths about pride, divine justice,…

Amos

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 Brief Introduction to Amos The Book of Amos thunders with God’s justice, delivered through a shepherd-prophet to a prosperous but morally corrupt Israel. Though not from the professional prophetic class,…

Joel

Chapters 01 02 03 Brief Introduction to Joel The Book of Joel moves from an immediate crisis of locust invasion to cosmic visions of the Day of the Lord. Through powerful imagery, Joel shows how present disasters should drive God’s…

Hosea

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 The Book of Hosea: Love That Won’t Let Go The story of Hosea is one of the most tender yet heartbreaking portrayals of יהוה (Yahweh)’s…

Daniel

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 Brief Introduction to Daniel The Book of Daniel interweaves courtly narratives with apocalyptic visions, demonstrating faithful living in a hostile culture while unveiling God’s sovereign plan for…

Ezekiel

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39…

Lamentations

Chapters 01 02 03 04 05 Brief Introduction to Lamentations The Book of Lamentations provides a raw, poetic response to Jerusalem’s destruction in 586 BC. Through five carefully crafted poems, traditionally attributed to Jeremiah, the book expresses profound grief while…

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