This is the fifth part in the series on the ways we see how the Bible is all about Jesus—even and especially the Old Testament. In the Old Testament we see Jesus through types, where somebody does something that’s a little bit like Jesus but he comes along and does it bigger and better. The Last Adam History starts with the first Adam. Jesus is called the last Adam (1 Cor. 15:45; Rom. 5:12–21). The first Adam sinned; the last... Read more

This is the fourth part in a series on how the Bible is all about Jesus. Jesus as the eternally existing Son of God, the second member of the Trinity, is demonstrated through his various cameo appearances throughout the Old Testament, what theologians call Christophanies—kind of like a divine “Where’s Waldo?” Christophonies Since no one has seen or can see God the Father (Ex. 33:20; John 1:18, 5:37, 6:46; 1 Tim. 6:15–16), most theologians believe the times in the Old... Read more

This is the third part in a series on how the Bible is all about Jesus. Wouldn’t it be great to know the future? From investments, to sports competitions, to whom you’re going to marry and how long you’re going to live, much of life is dedicated to determining what the future holds. The truth is we don’t know the future because we’re not God. But God does know (Exod. 29:29). As God writes the Scriptures, he also reveals the... Read more

This is the second part in a series on how the Bible is all about Jesus Last week we talked about how we see Jesus in the Old Testament through events. Another way we learn about Jesus in the Old Testament is through titles. There is a variety of titles in the Old Testament that were ultimately attributed to Jesus. Suffering Servant In Isaiah—written seven hundred years before Jesus was born—beginning roughly in chapter 40 all the way through to... Read more

This is the first part in a series on how the Bible is all about Jesus. One way the Old Testament teaches us about Jesus is through events. Looking back upon the various events and festivals in the Old Testament through the lens of the New Testament, we read in Colossians 2:16–17, Therefore let no one pass judgment on you in questions of food and drink, or with regard to a festival or a new moon or a Sabbath. These... Read more

In the early morning hours one Easter, 12 young runaway nuns climbed into empty fish barrels and were smuggled out of their convent. Their unlikely hero was a renegade monk they had written to, imploring him to rescue them so they could leave the convent, marry, and one day become mothers. The escape was a daring and successful adventure, and it led to a most unusual friendship and marriage. The hero monk? Martin Luther. Luther is widely known as one... Read more

Valentine’s Day is often loved by women and loathed by men, who drop their cash on flowers, jewelry, candy, and cards. Perhaps comic Jay Leno expressed the male dilemma about Valentine’s Day best in one of his monologues: “Today is Valentine’s Day—or, as men like to call it, Extortion Day!” Conversely, the hopelessly romantic at heart enjoy the opportunity that Valentine’s Day affords for thoughtful romance and unbridled passion. Whether you love or hate Valentine’s Day, the fact is that... Read more

As the father of a daughter in college, I have entered into that season of life where young single women ask me a lot of dad-esque questions. Many of those questions revolve around guys they are interested in. The following five questions are one’s that I end up asking repeatedly in these discussions. 1) Do you want to join the kind of life he has? You and your husband will have one life together which you will help create (Gen.... Read more

There’s not a crevice in your heart or a single detail of your past that God can’t redeem for your good. And when God heals your hurts, the benefits impact every aspect of your life. In the video above, my wife, Grace, and I share some practical exercises to help you live free in the forgiveness and healing Christ wants for you. Check out more biblical wisdom and practical advice from Grace and me in the complete Real Marriage Q&A sessions. Read more

Over lunch not long ago with a group of single men, they began asking what they should be praying for and looking for in a possible wife. Over the course of our meal, much of our discussion focused on the following questions. 1) Are you overlooking good women? Examples include single mothers, widows, shy women, and those divorced on biblical grounds. Sometimes a woman’s character is so sanctified and shaped through hardship that she is, in fact, more prepared than... Read more