Beginning with the foretelling of the Messiah’s arrival and the birth of John the Baptist, the second season of this series casts a light on the life of Christ—from His humble birth to His sacrificial act of redemption.
Understanding Jeremiah 1:4-19
The book of Jeremiah can be perplexing, and as a result there is some bad exegesis present regarding it. A better understanding of these literary and rhetorical devices helps to remedy that.
The Ancient Near East And Genesis 1-2
It is part of history, but the Genesis account is vastly different and depicts a God that is not created in the image of man.
Deuteronomy Is Misunderstood
However, the message contained in Deuteronomy is one that is applicable to us all. Deuteronomy has the unfortunate distinction of being called “second law” based on its naming in the Septuagint. As an exhortation it can be synchronized with what we read in the New Testament.
The Errors Of The Prosperity Gospel
Yesterday I was honored to be a guest of Gary Michuta his Hands On Apologetics radio program. Gary's show airs Monday-Friday at 1PM EST on Virgin Most Powerful Radio. The complete show is below. https://rumble.com/embed/vmgzlr/?pub=4
Don’t Snooze On Deuteronomy
First, it is unfortunate that Deuteronomy, and the Pentateuch as a whole, are for the most part ignored. They are a part of divine revelation and as such should be discussed a bit more. In all fairness I am also guilty of this. I admit that I am not a priest or deacon, but do... Continue Reading →
The Ancient Near East Background Of Joshua
The book of Joshua is a book that many have not taken the time to study. There are not many sermons preached on it, and in more liturgical communities it rarely makes an appearance in a lectionary[1]. Joshua has become a battering ram of sorts for the group known as “New Atheists” who point to... Continue Reading →
Who Is Jesus? A Brief Look At The Incarnation
In sacred scripture we read that man was created he had a perfect relationship with God. Man is the pinnacle of creation, and God gave man everything. In return the Lord asked man not to each of one tree in the garden. Man did not listen, rebelled, and had to face the consequences of sin... Continue Reading →
Literary Context Of The Book Of Romans
The book of Romans is one that is filled with an incredible depth of theological thought. The great Apostle wrote to the Romans though he had yet to visit them in person. Within the literary context, Romans 3:21-26 fits within the larger context of the book’s primary themes. Overall, the book has the following three... Continue Reading →
PRAYER AND FASTING…
Sirach 1:1-4,6,8-10 1 All wisdom comes from the Lord and is with him for ever.2 The sand of the sea, the drops of rain, and the days of eternity–who can count them?3 The height of heaven, the breadth of the earth, the abyss, and wisdom–who can search them out?4 Wisdom was created before all things,... Continue Reading →