Blog: Ryan Thornsberry

• What is a Willful Sin? Hebrews 10:26

  February 01, 2026

  The Bible defines sin as a transgression of the law, 1 John 3:4. Isaiah 59:2 reminds us that sin separates us from God. But what is the “willful sin” found […]

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• The Hands of Jesus: Matthew 14:31

  January 18, 2026

  The human hand is a remarkable extremity. Besides its obvious usage in our lives, our hands can tell us much about our age, health, and even occupation. As a carpenter’s […]

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• The Anatomy of a Backslider: 2 Peter 2:20

  January 04, 2026

  Backsliding is a biblical term found in Jeremiah 8:5. Backsliding, today as then, is always a serious matter, and the Bible contains warnings against it. The best example in scripture […]

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• Righteous Rejoicer—Luke 10:21

  December 26, 2025

  Often, we hear sermons in which Jesus is the “Suffering Savior.” How often do we think of thelighter side of Christ? The scriptures tell, only once, of Jesus rejoicing. Other […]

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• What does the Bible say about Witnesses?

  October 31, 2025

  “If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in […]

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• Christian Stewards: Luke 12:42-43

  August 09, 2025

  Stewardship is a broad topic and a difficult one to master because of the depth of commitment it requires of the saint. Literally, the word means “one over.” Typically, stewards […]

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• Parable of the Barren Fig Tree – Luke 13:6-9

  May 12, 2025

  Throughout scripture, the imagery of agriculture is a popular theme. In this short parable, our Lord highlights lessons on patience and forbearance. First, God has expectations for His people. To […]

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• “The Old Testament Parable of The Ewe Lamb: 2 Samuel 12:5”

  April 28, 2025

  Parables are earthly stories which convey heavenly meaning. These stories relate to actual events or those which could reasonably happen. We often associate parables with Christ’s teaching but there are […]

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• What Jesus Did Not Say, Matthew 7:13-14 – Pt. 2

  April 22, 2025

  As I scroll through my phone, I see various sayings, cliches,’ and man’s insights. Often,words are misquoted, taken out of context, or just plainly attributed to the wrong author. When […]

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• What Jesus Did Not Say, Part 1

  April 14, 2025

  As I scroll through my phone, I see various sayings, cliches,’ and man’s insights. Often, words are misquoted, taken out of context, or just plainly attributed to the wrong author. […]

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