By studying the Word of God, our minds are renewed and our faith is built, for “faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God” (Romans 10:17, KJV). For us to accomplish the work of God, we must have faith, for without faith it is impossible to please God. We are called to a great task, far beyond what mere man could ever hope to accomplish in and of himself—the task of proclaiming the Good News of salvation... Read more
‘It’s Like the Ocean Is Taking Over’ Dr. KP Yohannan Metropolitan reflects on the Kerala flooding in India caused by incessant rains that have been hitting the state since August 8, resulting massive damage and loss of life. As I write this from our seminary campus in India, I can hear the rain continuing down outside my house, which has miraculously not flooded so far. Monsoon rains come every year, but I have never seen anything like the downpour Kerala is experiencing now.... Read more
A servant of God is often known by how he handles the Word of Truth in his ministry. For that reason, one of the last things Paul told Timothy was, “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15). What does it mean to correctly handle the word of truth? It is not just a matter of understanding... Read more
In 2 Timothy 2:15, the Apostle Paul instructs Timothy, “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” The Greek word orthotomeo, translated “correctly handle” or “rightly divide” in that verse, was used by the ancients in reference to the skillful use of tools. If you were to look back throughout Paul’s epistles, you would find how numerous times he had... Read more
By Dr. KP Yohannan, Founder and Director, Gospel for Asia In 2 Timothy 1:8, Paul tells young Timothy to “join with me in suffering for the gospel,” Paul’s life paved the way and sets the example for Timothy. And what an example it was! -What was the keeping power behind Paul’s courage? -How was he able to stand up again and again in the face of all the opposition that came his way? -How could he confidently plead with Timothy... Read more
Dr. KP Yohannan, Metropolitan – Discussing how to live by faith and see the visible and invisible In 2 Corinthians 4:17–18 Paul says, “For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen... Read more
Dr. KP Yohannan: Chosing to be courageous There comes a time when our faith—our inner decisions and convictions—must be lived out in the moment of trial. Look throughout the Bible and you’ll find numerous men and women who, because of their faith in God, were full of courage and who did seemingly impossible things in their lifetime. From Esther risking her life for the justice of her people to Moses defying Pharaoh for the freedom of the children of God,... Read more
Abraham didn’t walk by faith to obtain the promised son until it became clear that walking by sight with his own plans guiding him just wouldn’t accomplish the purposes of God. God had promised Abraham and Sarah a son, and they had waited a long time for the fulfillment of that promise. As time went by, it seemed nothing was ever going to happen, and both of them grew impatient. This inspired Sarah to think of a plan: Abraham could... Read more
Discussing Faith. God’s very nature and character is faithfulness and goodness. He is always constant and true. So is His Word. Neither He nor His Word will ever change. “For I am the LORD, I do not change” (Malachi 3:6). And God watches over His Word to make sure it comes to pass. Isaiah 55:10–11 says, “For as the rain comes down, and the snow from heaven, and do not return there, but water the earth, and make it bring... Read more
There is great significance in the way Paul introduces himself at the start of 2 Timothy: “an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God.” From the first letter he wrote to this his last, Paul knew this one thing: He was called by God. It was not man who called him. It was not the need that drove him. His ministry was not from himself or for himself. He is making this fact clear to Timothy, saying, “I... Read more
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