The Doctrine of Inspiration
What of Matthew 5:17? Is the Mosaic Law Still Valid?
Doctrine Pauline Methodology & Practice
Still Under The Law?/ Pauline Methodology (Galatians 3:23-24).
Apologetics Bible Studies Hermeneutics Theology
Three Views on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament: Bock & Enns
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BIBLE STUDIES
Apologetics Bible Studies Hermeneutics Theology
Three Views on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament: Bock & Enns
Interpreting The New Testament It is easy to claim improper usage of Old Testament (O.T.) texts in the New Testament (N. T.) if there is not a seemingly logical flow. Bock debunks this idea with his “Single Meaning, Multiple Contexts and Referents” method. He makes very persuasive points, taking both a historical-exegetical and a theological-canonical approach to the reading of Scripture. The strength of his argument is found in the appeal to an “inherent futureness” found in the texts.[1] Bock agrees with Kaiser’s “Single Meaning, Unified Referents” adding that N.T authors authoritatively used O.T texts with “the presence of new factors in the
Hermeneutics in Practice/The Apostle Paul’s Use Of Old Testament Scripture
The Gospel of Luke/The Historical Cultural Background
Interpreting the Gospel of John/The Historical Cultural Method
YOUTH & FAMILIES
Evangelism Youth & Families
The Multicultural Mission Field
Monday, September 10, 2018 Unfortunately, the church is seen as an organized religion, packaging the gospel as determined by its target groups. But then again, this is not a new phenomenon. When Jesus came on the scene he not only denounced the religious class as hypocrites (Mat.23:13), he appealed to Isaiah as an authoritative reference (Mat.15:7; Isa.29:13). His plan to reach the nations beginning with his immediate circle would be a radical and incarnational approach that raised more than a few eyebrows. As master communicator, Jesus made adjustments to his teaching style opting to use parables to communicate truths to
SUNDAY SCHOOL
The Historical Jesus
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Apologetics Christian Education
Cultivating A Christian Worldview- Our Nine-Year-Old Girl
My nine-year-old (she tells me soon to be 10) does not instinctively gravitate towards anything “church/God”. I have to wonder what my mom would say about me when I was 9/10 years old. I have been observing her for a few months now, and notice that if given the opportunity, she will not: sing church songs, worship, read her Bible, pray, or act friendly towards others. However, as I have observed over this summer, she will: watch as many hours of videos as she can, she knows all the (worldly) songs and dance moves, can repeat the coolest things to
Christian Education
Asking God The Big Question: Why?
Wednesday, August 29, 2018 Ever fallen into the trap of asking (or even complaining to) God about the returns on your investment in His kingdom? One young man felt so good about his prospects that he was confident enough to say to Jesus “I’ve kept all the laws.” The disciples looking on saw a very disappointed young man walk away in response to Jesus’ answer. At this point, Peter quips “Well, we’ve left everything to follow you. What’s in it for us?” (Mat. 19:27; emphasis mine). We just can’t help ourselves in not only comparing ourselves with others but asking the
Christian Education Doctrine
The Operation of Spiritual Gifts Within God’s Church
Sunday, October 14, 2018 The Equipping & Building Of The Church (Ephesians 4:12-16) Unfortunately, in many churches, only the office of the pastor seemingly is in operation. Christ’s intent was that all of his saints, having been graced with a measure of his gift, would operate in their gifting “in order that everything in the church might be well arranged, or put into its proper place. Why? That Christians may have every possible advantage for becoming complete in love, and knowledge and order.”[1] The main idea here is that the church becomes mature when Christ’s gifts are functioning within the community
Christian Education Evangelism
American Church History: Dealing With Multi-cultures
Monday, November 12, 2018 One of the most unique challenges faced by Christians during the colonial years was the internal struggles within the movement itself. Interestingly enough, these struggles were very closely tied to pro/anti-American Revolution sentiments. In the North East or what we can call New England territories, there continued to be struggles related to ties to the Church of England. Why would anyone wish to identify with England and its church in the push for liberation? Why sever ties with the people who provided means for a new life? After all, wouldn’t that be the least these new
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Christian Comedy
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Improve Your Classroom Experience With Differentiated Instruction
Terrestrials/A Kids Educational Podcast