Correct Theology, No SurrenderThe demon in the man knew exactly who Jesus was. He cried out, “Thou art the Holy One of God.” The demon had correct theology. He knew Jesus existed. He knew Jesus was t...  Read More

 A Voice in the SynagogueThe synagogue in Capernaum was packed. Families were quiet, listening to Jesus teach. Then a voice erupted from the congregation. It was not a voice of worship. It was a dark,...  Read More

Astonished at His DoctrineJesus arrived in Capernaum on the Sabbath. He entered the synagogue and stood to teach. The people listened as He explained the Scriptures. They had spent their lives hearing...  Read More

A Clean Man Goes HomeNaaman returned home a changed man. His skin was like a baby’s. But the change was more than skin deep. He met the prophet Elisha and declared, “Now I know that there is no God in...  Read More

The Humility of Seven DipsNaaman’s servants reasoned with him. They asked him if he would have done some great thing for healing. Why not do this small thing? Naaman listened. He went down to the Jord...  Read More

 Pride at the Prophet’s DoorNaaman arrived at Elisha’s house with horses, chariots, and great wealth. He expected a grand reception. He wanted to pay for a dramatic miracle. Instead, Elisha did not ev...  Read More

The Captive’s Courageous WordSyrian soldiers raided Israel and took a young girl captive. They forced her to serve in Naaman’s house. She had every reason to be bitter. Instead, she looked at her mast...  Read More

The Man Behind the MedalsNaaman commanded Syria’s army. He won battles and earned respect. People pointed at him and called him a hero. But every night, he took off his armor. He stood before a mirror...  Read More

From Your God to My GodTragedy struck the widow’s home again when her son became ill and died. In her grief, she cried out to Elijah, questioning if God was punishing her for some sin. Elijah did not ...  Read More

The Barrel That Did Not Run OutElijah found the widow gathering sticks for her last meal. He asked her for bread, though she had only a handful of flour and a little oil. His request seemed unreasonab...  Read More

Grace for the UnexpectedJesus confronted the skepticism in Nazareth by pointing to two Old Testament stories. He reminded the crowd that during a great famine, God sent Elijah to a Gentile widow in Si...  Read More

The Doctor and His HometownThe people of Nazareth demanded proof from Jesus. They had heard of His miracles in Capernaum and now wanted a show for themselves. They challenged Him with a common proverb...  Read More