Misconceptions about how language works, leads to some common errors in our study of the Scriptures. We must be careful to let the context lead the way in determining the meaning of any word or text. With humility and thankfulness, let us seek to think God's thoughts after Him, but careful study of His Word.

As the prophet of the kingdom, John the Baptist's ministry was to preach repentance in preparation for the coming of the One who would reveal the glory of God to mankind: Jesus - Immanuel, God with us.

Jesus is greater. He is the greater Tabernacle, the greater King, the greater Israel, the greater Prophet/Deliverer…but His kingdom is not of this world, and He is despised and rejected by men.

An exposition of chapter 8, paragraphs 4-7, of the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith, concerning the person and work of Jesus Christ, the Mediator of the New Covenant.

Jesus is the Greater Moses, a Prophet leading His people out of exile and establishing a New Covenant of hope and salvation. Herod's tyranny is explored, connecting it to the lamentation recorded by Jeremiah, and underscoring that Jesus is the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. Through Christ, the ultimate revelation of God, believers are offered spiritual freedom and hope.

A round table discussion: How should we biblically evaluate music for worship? What role does music play in our worship service? What about the lyrical content? Does musical style matter?