Tag: bible
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Torah Portion: Numbers 16-18 Yeshua, Our Rod and Branch
Luke 16:31 “But he said to him, ‘If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be persuaded even if someone rises from the dead.’” When Yeshua (Jesus) spoke as recorded in Luke 16:31 He was teaching that the writings of Moses contain prophetic patterns and shadows that ultimately point to…
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Colossians 1:15–20: Christ the Reconciler of All
Among the most sweeping and majestic passages in all of Scripture is Colossians 1:15–20. In these verses, the Apostle Paul presents Jesus Christ not merely as Savior of a select group of people, but as the Creator, Sustainer, and ultimate Reconciler of the entire universe. For Christian Universalists, this passage stands as one of the…
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Slavery – Opposed or Condoned by the Bible?
This is an issue which has been and is hotly debated and discussed by Christians, and by examining the Biblical verses on Slavery we can see how there can be several differing positions. The main views of how Christian apologists explain these passages are as follows: View 1: Slavery in the Bible was different (more…
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The Ransom of Mankind
Here is something that sits right at the heart of the Bible. It’s this idea that Jesus gave Himself as a ransom for all. Now, “ransom” isn’t a word we use much anymore, unless we’re watching an old Western or a crime show. But in the Bible, it’s a powerful word. It means a price…
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Predestination – Three Views – Calvinism, Arminianism and Universalism
Article 1: Predestination in Christian Theology: A Biblical and Historical Comparison. Predestination is one of the most significant and debated doctrines in Christian theology. Rooted in Scripture and developed throughout church history, it addresses the relationship between God’s sovereignty and human salvation. Three primary interpretations have emerged within orthodox Christianity: the Calvinist view, the Arminian…
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Predestination Reveals the Triumph of Divine Love
Few doctrines in Scripture have stirred as much discussion as predestination. At its heart lies a profound question: What is the ultimate scope of God’s saving purpose? Has God predestined only some for eternal salvation, and by default some to eternal torment, or does His plan in Christ ultimately include all humanity?
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Judging Angels – Part 2 From Daniel to Jesus to Paul: How the Saints Share in God’s Judgment.
“Or do you not know that the saints will judge the world? If the world is judged by you, are you not competent to constitute the smallest law courts? Do you not know that we will judge angels? 1 Corinthians 6:2-3. The apostle Paul’s statement in this passage that believers will “judge the world” and “judge…
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Judging Angels – Part 1 “Do you not know that we will judge angels?”
“Or do you not know that the saints will judge the world? If the world is judged by you, are you not competent to constitute the smallest law courts? Do you not know that we will judge angels? 1 Corinthians 6:2-3 In the First Epistle to the Corinthians 6:2–3, the apostle Paul makes a striking statement:…
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Judging Angels – Part 4 From Creation to Kingdom: How God’s People Share in His Judgment and Reign
“Do you not know that the saints will judge the world?… Do you not know that we will judge angels?” In 1 Corinthians 6:2–3 the apostle Paul makes a remarkable statement: “Do you not know that the saints will judge the world?… Do you not know that we will judge angels?” For many readers, these…
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Judging Angels – Part 3B Another way of viewing Part 3A
“Or do you not know that the saints will judge the world? If the world is judged by you, are you not competent to constitute the smallest law courts? Do you not know that we will judge angels? 1 Corinthians 6:2-3 When Scripture speaks of believers judging the world and even angels, it is not introducing…