Introduction (Reprinting – 05/03/2013) What is amazing about the Gospels of Jesus Christ is that they are 4 different aspects or perspectives of Christ First Coming, and that they perfectly reflect the 4 ensigns (A flag with a symbol representing the tribe) of the 4 tribes as they were located around the tabernacle, which was a shadow (type) of … Continue reading »
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Apologetics ~ Part 2 ~ The Trilemma ~ Jesus was Either a Lunatic, a Liar, or Lord
Introduction Part 1 of this series (Apologetics ~ Part 1 ~ External Proofs Regarding Christ’s Existence & Resurrection), dealt with External acknowledgments concerning the existence of Jesus Christ in the form of reference to historians and notable individuals who presented Christ as a historical figure. Next we dealt with an external proof regarding the resurrection, … Continue reading »
The 4 Gospels ~ Why they are Meant to be Different
Introduction (Reprinting) What is amazing about the Gospels of Jesus Christ is that they are 4 different aspects or perspectives of Christ First Coming, and that they perfectly reflect the 4 ensigns (A flag with a symbol representing the tribe) of the 4 tribes as they were located around the tabernacle, which was a shadow (type) of God’s Thorne … Continue reading »
Does James Contradict Paul
Introduction Unfortunately, due to the fact that many of us do not understand koiné Greek we are unaware of many grammatical principles which alter the understanding of some verses when translated into the English vernacular. In Koiné Greek, verbs ending in “oo” indicate that what is already on the inside is then displayed on the … Continue reading »
Figures of Speech ~ Part 2
Introduction In part one of “Figures of Speech” (LINK), we technically defined what “Figures of Speech” are and provided a few dozen examples of the different categories in regards to Figures of Speech. In part 2, we will give you specific examples of Figures of Speech, however we will start off with a very basic introduction … Continue reading »
The 4 Gospels ~ Reasons they are Different
Introduction (10/12/2012 ~ Expanded, Revised, Fixed, & Reformatted) Unfortunately, While this article has been one of the most viewed, due to the insertion of the table necessary to present it; it has been the most flawed due to the editor’s inability to present it properly. Recently, I have not only reformatted it in attempting to deal with this … Continue reading »
Apologetics ~ Part 2 ~ The Trilemma ~ Jesus was Either a Lunatic, a Liar, or Lord
Introduction Part 1 of this series (Apologetics ~ Part 1 ~ External Proofs Regarding Christ’s Existence & Resurrection), dealt with External acknowledgments concerning the existence of Jesus Christ in the form of reference to historians and notable individuals who presented Christ as a historical figure. Next we dealt with an external proof regarding the resurrection, … Continue reading »
A Short Theological Dictionary
The following theological terms are actually much simpler than they appear; it is because many of the words are transliterated (see below) from other languages, that they sound intimidating. Angelology: Is the study of angels. Anthropology: Is the study of man. Anthropomorphism: Is describing human attributes to nonhuman things, such as using emotional type words … Continue reading »
Does James Contradict Paul
Introduction Unfortunately, due to the fact that many of us do not understand koiné Greek we are unaware of many grammatical principles which alter the understanding of some verses when translated into the English vernacular. In Koiné Greek, verbs ending in “oo” indicate that what is already on the inside is then displayed on the … Continue reading »
Introduction to the Book of Romans
Introduction (update) The book of Romans is perhaps the greatest masterpiece on the Christian doctrine ever penned. It is elegant, intricate, and concise yet thorough. Paul systematically addresses salvation (1), starting at the beginning with sin and man’s fallen nature (2), and how that man is judged before God outside the law, the result of … Continue reading »
Trials & Faith
It is very common to find a mindset within Christian circles that “bad things happen to bad people,” a type of Eastern mysticism which is not supported by the Bible. This type of karma thinking may seem to make sense, while at the same time making us feel safer – because if we are good, then … Continue reading »
Faith & Trials
Simply put, faith in God is cognitive belief based upon a track record of fidelity (trustworthiness), which creates confidence in God, what He has said, He can and will do, and as such it grows into a principle of life for the believer wherein God is trusted to take care of the person; this produces action … Continue reading »
The Preeminence of Christ ~ Part 7 ~ “Thou madest him a little lower than the angels…” ~ Guardian Angels Addressed
Introduction While this article addresses Angels in general, and what is referred to as “Guardian Angels” specifically; the primary subject is the preeminence of Jesus Christ, as it should be. Guardian Angels are said to be Angels that protect each and every one of us (with specific references concerning children) as individuals, they are said to be the guardians of … Continue reading »
Meek ~ Christ the Great Example
Christ Said Concerning Himself: “Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.” (Matthew 11:29) -Christ modeled it Moses Said Concerning Himself: “Now the man Moses was very meek, above all the men which were upon the face of the … Continue reading »
How to be a Christian in an UnChristian World
Subject: The Christian Walk in a Sinful World Topics Covered: Daniel & His 3 Friends, Examples of Bad Christian Leadership, Biblical Definition of the word “Heart“, Christ’s Example of Humility, A Grammatical Breakdown of Phil. 2:5-8, Thinking & Feeling, Essence vs. Attributes “Meek,” the Biblical Understanding of the Word The Christian walk: Introspection, Developing Humility, and Fighting Pride A Story by … Continue reading »
The Church Gaps
Introduction (updated errors, thank you Jackie) There are twenty-four references in the Bible to gaps (some call them parentheses, wherein according to Daniel’s 70 weeks [Dan. 9:24-27], there is a pause, a parentheses in the timeline where God’s dealing with Israel stops, at their rejection of Jesus and the Church starts the parentheses then when the Church is Raptured the … Continue reading »
Figures of Speech ~ Part 1 ~ A Brief Introduction
Introduction Hermeneutics, the study of the methodological principles of Biblical interpretation, is vast in its scope and beyond the intent of this paper. However, due to the nature of this subject matter it is important to present a caveat by way of an insight into the author’s particular frame of reference in order to maintain … Continue reading »
The Preeminence of Christ ~ Part 1 ~ Why Four Gospels I ~ A Personal Statement & Introduction
Introduction (Updated 9/5/11 ~ Please forgive the past typos - what I added may help) The following are some of my personal considerations concerning presenting the four different purposes and functions of the four different Gospels. First, let me say why I think it’s important to examine this teaching. This ministry is very concerned with presenting true Biblical … Continue reading »
The Preeminence of Christ ~ Part 3 ~ Why Four Gospels III ~ The Four Ensigns
Introduction (Updated: 9/5/11) Do the four Gospels demonstrate any symbolic or metaphorical relationships with the four ensigns (a flag, banner, or standard that a company rallies behind) mustering the Camp of Israel around the Tabernacle? Yes they do, with amazing consistency within each metaphorical type. But Why – to Display the Preeminence of Jesus Christ … Continue reading »
The Preeminence of Christ ~ Part 4 ~ What God’s Word Says
The Preeminence of Christ For the Christian, the first and primary rule of Biblical interpretation (“hermeneutics”) centers on the relationship of the “Word of God” (the Bible), to Jesus Christ, referred to as the preeminence (meaning: “above and beyond everything else in importance” – pre ["before"], eminent ["importance"]) of Jesus Christ (Heb. 2:10), in both the Old and … Continue reading »
The Titles of God
Introduction In the Bible, God’s wisdom is manifested in that He not only used language to communicate with man; He repeatedly utilized teaching tools such as: object lessons, types, shadows, parables, similes, metaphors, allegories, oxymorons, and other types of figures of speech (there are 217 “Figure of Speech” in the Greek language – see E. … Continue reading »
Does Paul Contradict James
Introduction Unfortunately, due to the fact that many of us do not understand koiné Greek we are unaware of many grammatical principles which alter the understanding of some verses when translated into the English vernacular. In Koiné Greek, verbs ending in “oo” indicate that what is already on the inside is then displayed on the … Continue reading »
Regarding the Greek & Hebrew Languages
Both the Hebrew and the Greek languages have their own particular differences which are utilized by God, and which presents God’s message to man in a diversity of style and effectiveness that complement each other. The Hebrew (Old Testament) language displays vividness, conciseness, simplicity and denseness, and is very poetic and therefore necessitates many more … Continue reading »
