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The Studies Stream offers easy access to all the existing Growing Disciples video resources. This stream also features new ‘Deep Dive’ studies on selected books and important themes of the Bible. Frequently Asked Questions will also be answered in written articles. New resources will be added each month.
The title of Mark’s gospel makes clear that it’s all about Jesus, who is the Messiah, the Son of God. Mark presents this message in an economical and direct manner that will be useful for the persecuted 1st century Christians of Rome. Mark’s economic use of language should never be thought simplistic. Instead, he invites the reader’s inquiry into Jesus’ claim to be the kind of suffering servant saviour Messiah described in the latter writings of the prophet Messiah.
The final two chapters of 2 Kings record the tragic end of life in Jerusalem under a Jewish King. The Babylonians break through the walls, destroy the temple and carry the best of the people, including the royal family, into exile in Babylon. But a small glimmer of hope remains.
Ecclesiastes, part 5, with Ness Hughes
Ecclesiastes, part 4; with Ness Hughes
Out of the gloom of the overarching judgment and condemnation of God's people in Isaiah 1-12, there comes a bright ray of Hope. Though disaster seems certain, God will still show himself as sovereign and merciful. He will provide salvation for his people so that all nations will learn of his greatness.
Set in the 'fading light' of Jerusalem before the Fall, the book of Ecclesiastes captures the wisdom of Solomon for an audience struggling to find meaning in challenging times. Ness Hughes leads this series of devotionals through Ecclesiastes, which feels as relevant today in our culture as when it was first written.
Ecclesiastes, part 3, with Ness Hughes
