Tag: Gospel of John
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Recognition: An Overlooked Pattern in the Gospels
Recognition is one of the most overlooked patterns in the Gospels. While many readers instinctively view every encounter with Jesus as a conversion story, the Gospel writers often describe people recognizing the fulfillment of hopes they already possessed. This essay explores how paying attention to that pattern can open a richer way of reading the…
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Read the Character Before the Conversation
Before interpreting a Gospel conversation, first read how the Gospel writer introduces the character. Discover a simple reading habit that changes how you read the New Testament.
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The Cold Call Delusion: Why Not Every Encounter with Jesus Was a Spiritual Cold Call
What is the Cold Call Delusion? The Cold Call Delusion is the assumption that every significant encounter with Jesus should be interpreted as an initial conversion experience. This essay introduces the concept and explains why it changes the way we read the New Testament.