Philemon Overview: In this book, Paul asks Philemon to forgive his runaway slave, Onesimus. This is a revolutionary act, demonstrating the Gospel in action and showing that all people are equal partners in the new humanity. Rev. Jesse Lund • Overview Videos
Hebrews Overview: The book of Hebrews challenges believers to remain faithful to Jesus despite hardships and persecution by following the great models of faith from the Old Testament. Hebrews makes clear that Jesus is greater than any Old Testament event or person. He is the ultimate revelation of God's Rev. Jesse Lund • Overview Videos
James Overview: The book of James is filled with short wisdom speeches that are full of metaphors and easily memorized one-liners. While James doesn't teach new theology, this book does challenge believers on how they should live. When believers listen to and obey God's word, they show Rev. Jesse Lund • Overview Videos
1 Peter Overview: This letter was written as an encouragement to Gentile Christians facing persecution. Peter assures these faithful believers that they are chosen by God and that their persecution is actually a gift, offering them a chance to show others the surprising generosity and love of Jesus. Rev. Jesse Lund • Overview Videos
2 Peter Overview: In this letter, Peter issues two warnings against corrupt teachers, who are objecting to the reality of Jesus' resurrection and leading the community astray. In the coming Day of the Lord, God will expose evil and injustice to make way for a new Heaven and Earth. Rev. Jesse Lund • Overview Videos
1-3 John Overview: The books of 1, 2, and 3 John address a changing tide in the early Church—deceivers and teachers who no longer acknowledge Jesus as the Messiah or the Son of God. John says that all legitimate teachers will share the truth about Jesus and the cross, love others Rev. Jesse Lund • Overview Videos
