Jesus’ victory over sin and death is not just a historical event; it’s an ongoing mission. In Jesus the Thief, Paul M. Vacca explores how believers are called to join Christ in plundering Satan’s house. But what does this mean in practical terms?

In Mark 3:27, Jesus offers a striking metaphor: “No one can enter a strong man’s house and plunder his goods unless he first binds the strong man. Then indeed he may plunder his house.” At first glance, this imagery may seem unusual. Why would Jesus describe Himself as a plunderer? Yet this verse encapsulates the heart of the Gospel.

Have you ever felt like your prayers are hitting a ceiling? Perhaps you’ve been praying the same words for years, and now they feel lifeless. This struggle is more common than you might think, but it’s also an opportunity for growth.

Prayer is one of the most profound spiritual practices, yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood. When the disciples approached Jesus in Luke 11:1 with the request, “Lord, teach us to pray,” they weren’t strangers to prayer. As devout Jews, they grew up reciting prayers, attending synagogue, and practicing religious customs. So why did they ask this of Jesus?