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Rufus Simon Varghese

Rufus Simon Varghese

Born and raised in Dubai, UAE, Rufus completed his Masters in Theology at Asian Christian Academy in Hosur, India. He has since been involved in personal outreach ministries and teaching youngsters Scripture. Currently based in Ernakulam, India, he is teaching at a Bible school as well as ministering to the Hindi-speaking immigrant working population in Kerala.

Articles by Rufus Simon Varghese

Is the Bible for capital punishment?

Is the Bible for capital punishment?

December 7, 2021  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

Human life is intrinsically valuable because we are made in the image of God. But should we put someone to death for killing a fellow image-bearer?

What is the Messianic Secret?

What is the Messianic Secret?

November 23, 2021  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

Jesus was on the greatest mission of all: to save mankind from sin and death. Then why was He so adamant about keeping it a secret?

What is the unforgivable sin?

What is the unforgivable sin?

November 16, 2021  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

God is infinitely gracious. But how does that square with Jesus’ claim that there is one sin that has no forgiveness?

What does Mark 4:21-25 mean?

What does Mark 4:21-25 mean?

November 9, 2021  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

Jesus taught in parables all the time. But what point was He trying to make in talking about lamps—and issue a warning right after?

What does Mark 2:21-22 mean?

What does Mark 2:21-22 mean?

October 26, 2021  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

In the Gospels, Jesus often used illustrations to make His point. But why would He refer to clothing and wine when asked about fasting?

How did Jesus not know when He would return?

How did Jesus not know when He would return?

October 5, 2021  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

If Jesus is God, He must be sovereign and omniscient. And yet, He claims to not know when He would come back. How can this be?

What does ‘the abomination of desolation’ in Mark 13 mean?

What does ‘the abomination of desolation’ in Mark 13 mean?

September 28, 2021  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

The term ‘the abomination of desolation’ comes up during Jesus’ Olivet discourse. What does it mean?

I doubt if I’m saved; does that mean I’m not?

I doubt if I’m saved; does that mean I’m not?

August 3, 2021  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

Christians can sometimes find themselves wondering about their salvation. Are these questions an indicator that our confession wasn’t genuine?

Whom should we address our prayers to: Father, Son or Holy Spirit?

Whom should we address our prayers to: Father, Son or Holy Spirit?

June 29, 2021  - By Rufus Simon Varghese

If the three Persons of the Trinity are co-equal, do we still address all our prayers to God the Father?

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