A Study on Matthew, Mark, & Luke – The Parables by Jesse C Jones
In lieu of providing an analysis of all four of the Gospels I (Jesse C. Jones) have provided a detailed analysis of the book of John only, and have included…
A Study on the Gospel of John by Jesse C Jones
John wrote this Gospel while he was bishop of the church at Ephesus, during the period between 80 - 90 AD, and prior to the writing of 1, 2, and 3 John, and the Book of Revelation. This Gospel is often referred to as the “spiritual Gospel,” since it focuses on the spiritual aspect of Jesus’ ministry, emphasizing His divinity. Thus, he introduces Jesus as the Word, who was with God from the beginning, and is God. You can see more of Jesse C Jones work here: http://jessecjones.wordpress.com
A Study on the Epistle to the Colossians by Jesse C Jones
The design of this letter was to correct false teachings, and to point out to this church the supreme headship of Christ, who is above all principalities and powers. This is one of the four “Prison Epistles,” the other three being Ephesians, Philippians, and Philemon (62-63 AD). Topics include faith, putting on the mind of Christ, the old man, and intercession.
A Study on the Epistle to the Galatians by Jesse C Jones
Paul opens his epistle by identifying himself as an apostle of Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for the sins of all mankind and was raised from the dead by God the Father to deliver them from this present evil age. Paul and the brethren with him ask for His grace and peace to be on the churches of Galatia. Topics include circumcision, works of the flesh, fruits of the Spirit, and bearing one another's burdens.
A Study on the Second Epistle to the Thessalonians by Jesse C Jones
This letter was not long in following the first, probably not more than a month or two. It would seem that a forged letter had come to this church purporting to have come from the apostle, which proclaimed that the day of the Lord was at hand. The second epistle was written to give the church more specific instructions on this point, to set their minds at rest and give them an understanding of this matter.
A Study on the Epistle to Philemon by Jesse C Jones
This is a private letter, the only one of the kind written by Paul, and the shortest of his epistles. Philemon was a resident of Colossae and was member of the church there (Colossians 4:9). It was by Paul he was brought into the Christian life. That Philemon was an earnest Christian appears from Paul’s statements. Paul rejoices over the faith and love of Philemon; asks forgiveness for Onesimus.
A Study on the Book of James by Jesse C Jones
James identifies himself as a servant of God and the Lord Jesus Christ, writing to the twelve Jewish tribes of the Dispersion. He immediately jumps into the difficult teaching about temptations that try our faith, but produce patience, and if completed will make us complete, lacking nothing.
A Study on the Epistle to Titus by Jesse C Jones
From Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ, sent to God’s chosen people to promote the trust and knowledge of truth that lead to godliness, based on the certain hope of eternal life promised before the world began. God has manifested His word in due time through a proclamation entrusted to me according to the commandment of God our savior. To Titus, a true son in the faith that we share: grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Savior. In this Epistle Paul writes to Titus on good teachers and bad teachers, guidance for doctrine and for life. In the appendix more is written on "The Water and The Blood".
A Study on the Three Epistles of John by Jesse C Jones
The author of this and the two following epistles, the fourth gospel, and the book of Revelation was the Apostle John, the son of Zebedee. His close intimacy with Jesus is indicated by the expressions “the beloved disciple,” and the “disciple whom Jesus loved.” In this book, John discusses the person of Christ, knowing Christ as our advocate and mediator, and several aspects of the love of God. The appendix is about the concept of the washing of water by the word throughout scripture.
A Study on the Second Epistle to Timothy by Jesse C Jones
In his second epistle to Timothy, Paul addresses Timothy as his dearly beloved son, and wishes him grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. He prays for Timothy both night and day; greatly desiring to see him before he is put to death. He is thankful for the faith that Timothy demonstrates, which he says was in his mother Eunice, and his grandmother Lois. He then reminds him of the gift of God, which was imparted when he laid hands on him and prayed. In this epistle, Paul addresses guidance for Timothy, wickedness in the last days, and with some final instructions says goodbye.