Tag: Jesus Christ

January 9, 2012 / / Jesus Christ

A Body You Have Prepared

The offerings of animal sacrifice were preparatory for the coming of Christ. They at once demonstrated the need of blood to atone for sin, and the insufficiency of animal sacrifice to bring about the desired change in man’s condition.

  • For the law, having a shadow of the good things to come, and not the very image of the things, can never with these same sacrifices, which they offer continually year by year, make those who approach perfect.

  • For then would they not have ceased to be offered? For the worshipers, once purified, would have had no more consciousness of sins.

  • But in those sacrifices there is a reminder of sins every year.  (Heb.10:1-3)

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September 6, 2011 / / Jesus Christ

Before the Foundation of the World

Before the world ever came into existence, the Lord had purposed just exactly how His creation would exist. He knew where to place the Earth to provide a perfect place in the universe for life, and understood the intricate designs necessary to make His creation bountiful and good. The Psalmist writes in Psalm 19:1, “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament shows His handiwork.” Finally he created man. He gave them dominion over his creation, that man should wisely use its bounty for his benefit. He gave them a mind to think, to judge, and to understand His will for them. In their hearts he put eternity (Ecclesiastes 3:11), and in their perfection He designed them for that eternal purpose (Genesis 2:17).  

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June 23, 2011 / / Doctrine

God’s Justification of Man

In court a man might claim he hit another fellow because he was defending himself. The judge or jury would look through his case, and if they felt he was “justified,” they might proclaim him not guilty. We use this word justification frequently in relation to our justice system. A man might commit an act that at any other time would be considered against the law, but if he is justified in doing so, the judgment will prove him free from guilt. 

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April 5, 2010 / / Jesus Christ

Do You REALLY Love God?

Have you ever known someone who says they love you, yet their actions demonstrate that they do not love you?  I know I have been guilty of such hypocrisy.  Perhaps you have as well.   Just as a living faith requires works, so too a living love requires action, “let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth.” (1 John 3:18)  If you asked the average religious person, “Do you love God?”, I venture they would say, “Yes.”  Of course, there might be some question as to WHICH god they love, but for those who believe in a monotheistic Creator, most would likely affirm their love.  But then the question becomes, “What does it mean to love?”  Is our love for God merely a verbal expression, a warm feeling, a sentimental tear?  How do we express our love for God?  How does He want us to express our love for Him? If God is Your Father, You Must Love the Son

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January 18, 2010 / / Apologetics

Why Believe the Bible?

Undoubtedly, this concept is especially pertinent to Christianity and the Bible.  Why believe the Bible over other holy books and texts?  The Bible makes some very extraordinary claims about salvation and even the creation of the universe, but why should we believe it?  When we read the Bible, can we trust it to be reliable, accurate, and credible?   

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March 24, 2009 / / Church

Building a Fireproof Church: A Foundation that Endures

This article delves into the rich imagery found in Scripture and its significance in understanding the church’s foundation. It emphasizes the pivotal roles of the apostles, prophets, and Jesus Christ, portraying the church as a spiritual house built on divine principles. Through biblical references, we see how these elements interconnect to shape Christian belief.

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March 12, 2009 / / Salvation

Adam’s Transgression

In this exploration of original sin, we dissect the implications of Adam’s transgression and how it shapes our understanding of guilt and innocence. Dive into biblical critiques, including Ezekiel’s powerful rebuttal that challenges the notion of inherited sin. We also examine how Jesus’ teachings on childhood innocence pose significant questions for the doctrine of original sin. Join the conversation as we uncover the theological complexities and invite you to reconsider what it means to be accountable for our actions in the light of Scripture. 

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