John Kodiyil

An extensive revelation deals with the theme of God’s plan for the salvation of families. The purpose of God to provide for entire households in His offer of salvation is seen in Gen. 7:1 and Acts 11:14; the words “thou and all thy house” are found in both the OT and the NT. This divine … Read more

Believers are delivered from the great misery facing mankind of “having no hope,” Eph. 2:12. At least seven revealed certitudes are eagerly expected by Christians. All of them are doubtless comprehended in “the hope of His calling,” Eph. 1:18, “the hope which is laid up for you in heaven,” Col. 1:5. The seven are: The … Read more

The challenge given by Christ to His followers just before His ascension has sparked missionary activity all over the world ever since the present age began. He commanded the eleven to go, teach and baptize all nations, Matt. 28:18-20. The RV changes the word teach to “make disciples of.” His words as they were given … Read more

The dictionary defines grace as the unmerited favor of God toward men. This does not do justice to the richness of the biblical use of the term, which appears scores of times. Grace is the favor God is able to show to men because Christ died for them; “by grace are ye saved,” Eph. 2:8. … Read more

“The powers that be are ordained of God,” Rom. 13:1. “The most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will,” Dan. 4:17. God permits both evil and good men to rule, Prov. 29:2. Satanic forces are often dominant, Luke 4:5, 6; Rev. 13:2; Dan. 10:13, 20. Pilate was given … Read more