Author: Shalem John

The Book of James, nestled near the end of the New Testament, stands as one of the most practical and ethically charged writings in all of Scripture. Often referred to as the “Proverbs of the New Testament,” James focuses on the outworking of genuine faith through righteous living. While it is relatively short—just five chapters—it presents a compact and powerful message about integrity, perseverance, humility, and the inseparable link between belief and behaviour. The epistle challenges readers to move beyond mere profession of faith to the demonstration of faith through actions, echoing a consistent biblical theme that true religion must…

The First Epistle of Peter, often referred to simply as 1 Peter, is one of the General Epistles of the New Testament. Addressed to Christian believers scattered across Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey), it stands as a deeply pastoral and profoundly theological letter that speaks to the enduring realities of faith, suffering, and hope. Traditionally attributed to the Apostle Peter, one of Jesus Christ’s closest disciples and a leading figure in the early church, the letter serves as both a word of encouragement and a call to holy living in the midst of trials. Through its message, 1 Peter continues to…

Archbishop Steve Wood, who heads the Anglican Church of North America, faces allegations of sexual harassment, bullying, and plagiarism, according to a report released by The Washington Post on Thursday. The list of charges, signed by at least 10 individuals attesting to the allegations, is the latest in a string of crises to rock the small, conservative denomination.  Claire Buxton, a former children’s ministry director at St. Andrew’s Church in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, where Wood serves as rector, told the Post that Wood attempted to kiss her in his office in April 2024, just before he was elected to replace Archbishop…