Covenant

If You Had Known on This Day — A Turning Point in Jerusalem

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There are moments in Scripture that feel like hinges upon which history turns, and Luke’s account of our Lord’s approach to Jerusalem is surely one of them. The scene appears triumphant. The crowds are rejoicing, garments are laid upon the road, and the disciples proclaim, “‘Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord!’” (Luke 19:38; cf. Psalm 118:26). Yet as Jesus draws near and sees the city, He weeps. His lament is not merely personal sorrow; it carries judicial weight. “‘If you had known… especially in this your day… But now they are hidden from your eyes.’”

A Brand Snatched from the Fire

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We often do not fail through ignorance, but through choice. We know what we should not do, and yet for a moment it is pleasurable, and we do it anyway. What follows is not indifference but misery — regret, shame, and the terrible feeling that we are hypocrites.
Zechariah’s vision of Joshua the high priest, clothed in filthy garments while the accuser stands beside him, speaks directly into this place. God does not deny the filth, but He silences the accuser and clothes Joshua anew. The verdict comes before the instruction. Grace comes before change. And because of that, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.

Ask Once, Stand in Thanks: Prayer That Aligns With Heaven

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Prayer is not a shout into the air; it is received by God. Scripture teaches confident asking, and it also teaches thanksgiving as faith’s companion. When we ask according to God’s will, we are not meant to spiral into anxious repetition, but to stand in thanks—persevering steadily, without losing heart.

Christian Zionism Through the Lens of Scripture: Israel Reborn, but Not Yet Born Again

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The modern rebirth of Israel is one of the great wonders of history, yet it is not the end of the story. The covenant people have returned to the land, but the breath of God has not yet entered them. To bless Israel biblically is not to idolise her, but to pray for her redemption — rejoicing that she is reborn, while yearning for the day she will be born again.

Under a New Jurisdiction: Reading Romans 6–8 Without Contradiction

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Many stumble over what appear to be contradictions in Romans 6–8, but Paul is not confused. In Christ we are acquitted from sin’s penalty, still battle its power, and await freedom from its presence. Even holiness itself is Christ’s gift, for in Him we are already holy in God’s sight.

If You Do… or Because He Has?

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The Old Covenant spoke in terms of conditions: “If you obey, then I will bless you.” But in Christ everything has changed. God is not holding Himself back until we achieve perfect surrender. He has already come near, He already dwells within, and surrender now means trusting His presence rather than straining in our own strength.

The Power of Blessing

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When Paul says, “Grace to you and peace,” he is not being polite—he is dispensing something powerful. This article explores the biblical pattern of blessing, from the Aaronic priesthood to the apostolic pen, and asks: what happens when we speak blessing today as children of God? Can our words carry grace? The answer is richer than you might think.

Covenants and Testaments

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Are covenants really replaced by the New Testament—or are they renewed, as the Hebrew B’rit Hadashah suggests? In this article, John explores the unbroken nature of biblical covenant, showing how God’s promises from Noah to David remain active, enfolded into the renewed covenant through Christ. Scripture is a single, continuous revelation—never discarded, always fulfilled.

The Blood Covenant

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The blood covenant is the beginning of our relationship with God—but it is not the end. This article explores the sacrificial roots of Israel’s daily offerings, their fulfilment in Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice, and the calling we now have as bondservants to walk in willing obedience, redeemed and transformed by His blood.

The Salt Covenant

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The salt covenant is more than seasoning—it is a sign of eternal friendship. From Abraham’s table to the Levitical priesthood, and from incense offerings to the words of Jesus, Scripture invites us into a covenant deeper than duty. This article explores what it means to move from servant to friend in God’s eternal design.