Alternative Praise

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Matthew

Matthew was a Jew who collected taxes for Rome before he met Jesus and was given a whole new way of life. This gospel emphasizes the many ways Jesus fulfills Old Testament types, symbols and predictions of the Messiah.

Mark

John Mark was a gifted writer and communicator. He co-labored in the gospel with the apostle Peter. Many believe Peter was the source for this gospel. Peter was a very "action oriented" person, so it comes as no surprise that this gospel account highlights Jesus’ actions and power more than His words.

Luke

Luke was a first century doctor and friend of the apostle Paul. In many places in Acts, Luke speaks of "we" in passages about Paul and his co-workers in the gospel. Luke's well-researched and detailed gospel emphasizes that Jesus came to offer salvation to everyone, not just to physical Jews.

John

John was one of Jesus’ closest disciples. His account of the life of Jesus is reflective, relational, and even poetic. He wrote to a broad audience to help provide us evidence that Jesus is the Son of God so that we may find life in His name.

Acts

Luke wrote this book as a sequel to his Gospel. It tells of how Jesus continued His ministry after His ascension by sending the Holy Spirit to the church. It chronicles the successful dissemination of the gospel (good news of Jesus death, burial and resurrection) from Jerusalem, to Judea, Samaria and to the very ends of the earth!

Romans

Paul wrote this deep (yet also heartfelt) letter to Christians in Rome to teach of salvation by grace through faith. He also explains how membership in God's New Covenant chosen people is no longer a matter of ethnicity or human genealogy. It is now through faith in the Jewish Messiah, the son of Abraham and of David whose name is Jesus Christ!

1 Corinthians

Paul wrote this letter to a troubled church in Corinth full of self-promotion, strife, division and confusion. (Sound familiar?) This book contains practical teaching on love, worship, and living like Jesus.

2 Corinthians

This follow-up letter to 1 Corinthians Paul encourages the church to remain faithful to Jesus. He opens up about his own personal struggles and how God revealed that His glory shines even more gloriously when it is demonstrated through human weakness.

Galatians

Paul has an urgent and important message for Gentile believers in Galatia. They must not allow themselves to be tricked into abandoning the true gospel of peace with God by grace through a living faith in Jesus Christ. Any "gospel" which depends upon observance of Jewish traditions and outward ceremonial rules from the Old Testament law of Moses is a counterfeit "gospel".

Ephesians

Paul explains the big-picture beauty of God’s plan and how believers should live in unity and love. This book is rich in both theology and practicality.

Philippians

Paul wrote this book while under "house arrest" in Rome providing the church a prescription of joy, gratitude, and encouragement to help them remain strong in Christ. Paul reminds us that Jesus is worth everything—even suffering.

Colossians

Paul warns us not to be distracted by false teachings. He reminds us that Christ is above all and explains how that should have a powerful impact on how we think and live.

1 Thessalonians

Young believers in Thessalonica are growing in their faith but are confused about Jesus’ return. Paul encourages them gently.

2 Thessalonians

Paul follows up to clear up more confusion about the second coming of Jesus and urges the believers to stay calm and to keep working diligently. He reassures them that when Jesus returns, they won't miss it!

1 Timothy

Paul writes to his young protégé Timothy, who’s leading a church, to give wise advice on leadership, church life, and sound teaching. It’s full of pastoral encouragement and practical tips.

2 Timothy

Aware that his remaining time on this earth is growing short, Paul writes a deeply personal farewell letter urging Timothy to stay faithful, strong, and bold in ministry. It’s a call to courage and endurance in tough times.

Titus

Paul writes to another young leader, Titus, who’s organizing churches on the island of Crete, to help him appoint leaders and teach sound doctrine. It’s short, sharp, and packed with advice on living out the gospel.

Philemon

Philemon's servant Onesimus had stolen and then fled the scene of the crime. He later heard the gospel from Paul and became a Christian. Paul wrote this short and heartfelt note urging Philemon to welcome Onesimus back as a brother in Christ. If needed, Paul would repay any outstanding debt on his behalf. It’s a beautiful example of grace, forgiveness, and equality in Christ.

Hebrews

Hebrews is written to Christians who, under threat of persecution, were being tempted to turn back to their old ways. The author insists that Christians must hold to our faith in Jesus Christ, continuing in His grace.

James

James, the brother of Jesus, urges us to live out their faith. A living faith in Jesus is demonstrated as genuine by sincere actions, not just words alone. The actions don't save us - but they do provide evidence that our faith is not dead. This book is down-to-earth, direct, and full of wisdom.

1 Peter

Peter writes to Christians facing hardship, encouraging us to stand firm, stay holy, and to keep trusting God. It’s a message of hope and identity in Christ especially whenever we are misunderstood or treated poorly because of our faith.

2 Peter

Peter’s final letter warns against false teachers and reminds us to keep growing in faith while we await Jesus’ return. He urges us not to allow cultural winds of change to cause us to drift away from the fundamental truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

1 John

The wise and aged apostle John writes to help us know that we truly belong to God when we love and have faith in Jesus expressed through out genuine desire to honor Christ with our lives.

2 John

We must be careful not to endorse, fund or otherwise support teachers who have veered off the path of the gospel truth. When we support true gospel ministers, we share in their good work. Conversely, if we support teachers who teach a false gospel, we share in their wicked work.

3 John

John writes to a man named Gaius to encourage him for supporting faithful teachers and to call out a leader named Diotrephes who was acting selfishly. It’s a quick but personal note about integrity and hospitality.

Jude

Jude, the brother of Jesus, writes a strong warning letter against people twisting the gospel and living in sin. He tells believers to stand firm in the faith once delivered.

Revelation

The apostle John has been exiled to the island of Patmos due to his faithful testimony of Jesus. This book uses apocalyptic imagery to show that Jesus wins in the end and His people will reign with Him. It’s a powerful message of hope for churches under pressure.