Irony occurs when a situation turns out to be the opposite of what is expected. Dramatic irony is when the author and the audience know that the situation is opposite of what the actors think it is. The Gospel of John, especially John 7:32-52, is dripping with irony. However, John used his irony not to amuse but to instruct us about who Jesus is and what he did. (full sermon notes)
The conclusion to the first half of Ephesians is a prayer for believers to have strength to know Christ's love.
Daniel's three friends preferred to die rather than renounce their faith, knowing that God would be with them no matter what.
Disorderly members can wreck a church, but a firm and loving response by other members can save them and the church.
