A Study of Colossians 2: 6-9 includes walking in Christ and in faith, avoiding capture by human devices and the fullness of Christ’s deity. A Study of Colossians 2: 6-9. Walking in Christ and in faith V.6 Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him… The Greek word for “walk” is pĕripatĕō, and means to live… Continue reading A Study of Colossians 2: 6-9
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Exodus: The Oppression of Israel
Today I begin a series of studies on the book of Exodus. The book of Exodus describes the formation of Israel as a people chosen by God to carry out his work in the world. The book begins with events that occurred several years after the death of Joseph. The promises God made to Abraham… Continue reading Exodus: The Oppression of Israel
The Fall of Jerusalem and the Book of Lamentations
The fall of Jerusalem, the destruction of the temple, and the deportation of the people of Judah to their exile in Babylon did not come suddenly, without a warning. Prophets like Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and others had been warning the people of Judah that unless they repented and turned to God, the curses of the covenant… Continue reading The Fall of Jerusalem and the Book of Lamentations
Understanding the concept of salvation in Christianity
“Jesus saves.” (Photo by Jason Betz from Unsplash) Salvation is one of the most important ideas in Christianity. It is at the heart of both Christian faith and teaching. It is the belief that people can attain salvation and eternal life through Jesus Christ. We will explore the complex idea of salvation, what it means… Continue reading Understanding the concept of salvation in Christianity
Solomon, King of Israel
King Solomon and the Iron WorkerChristian Schussele (1863) The popular view of Solomon is that he was one of the wisest men that ever lived. The Bible says that “people came from all the nations to hear the wisdom of Solomon” (1 Kings 4:34). Solomon was known as a famous author. Solomon “composed three thousand… Continue reading Solomon, King of Israel
The Study of Ecclesiastes
Today, we continue our journey through the Bible with today’s study of Ecclesiastes. May God show us what He wants us to learn? “May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock, and my Redeemer.” Psalm 19:14 As we study the Bible alone or… Continue reading The Study of Ecclesiastes
A Study of Colossians 1:15-20
A Study of Colossians 1:15-20 considers Jesus as the divine creator, head of the church, and source of reconciliation and peace. Paul addresses a false teaching that adds extra teachings and religious practices to the gospel message. In effect, it lowered the importance of Christ and Paul refutes it by emphasizing the supremacy of Christ. A Study… Continue reading A Study of Colossians 1:15-20
3 Reasons to Love the Letters of Revelation
If you’ve ever tried to hike straight through your Bible, you know that something happens when you flip your reading plan over to the back side. If you’re using a one-year plan, you spend the first nine months or so in the sharp incline of the Old Testament and feel your spiritual muscles stretch and… Continue reading 3 Reasons to Love the Letters of Revelation
No wonder they were grasshoppers in their sight: The Very Large
By Elizabeth Prata Numbers 13:33 says, There also we saw the Nephilim (the sons of Anak are part of the Nephilim); and we became like grasshoppers in our own sight, and so we were in their sight. The Nephilim were a race of antediluvian giants. GotQuestions says, The Anakim/Anakites were a formidable race of giant, warlike people (Deuteronomy… Continue reading No wonder they were grasshoppers in their sight: The Very Large
A Study of Colossians 1:5b-9
A Study of Colossians 1:5b-9. Today’s study includes returning to the fundamentals, hearing and responding to the Gospel message, the importance of prayer, God’s will, and spiritual wisdom and understanding. A Study of Colossians 1:5b-9 Returning to the Fundamentals V.5b You have heard before in the word of the truth, the gospel… Every sport involves teaching the fundamentals. They… Continue reading A Study of Colossians 1:5b-9