This is a continuation of our series on the Seven Letters to the Seven Churches. We have covered so far the letters to the Jewish churches in Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamos, and Thyatira. A lot of bad news in the letter to sinful Sardis! The Lord has almost nothing good to say to these people, which... Continue Reading →
This is a continuation of our series on the Seven Letters to the Seven Churches. We have covered so far the letters to the Jewish churches in Ephesus, Smyrna, and Pergamos. In the Greek, Thyatira (thai-uh-tee-ruh) was pronounced thoo-at-i-rah. This name sounds unpleasant no matter what language you speak it. Of all the seven letters,... Continue Reading →
This is a continuation of our series on the Seven Letters to the Seven Churches. We have covered so far the letters to the Jewish churches in Ephesus and Smyrna. Today, we’re going to look at Pergamos, which is an amazing place. Rev 2:12 And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These... Continue Reading →
This is a continuation of our series on the Seven Letters to the Seven Churches. We have already covered the first letter to the Jewish church in Ephesus. Today, we’re covering the letter to Smyrna, which is filled with phenomenal spiritual content. Rev 2:8 And unto the angel of the church in Smyrna write; These... Continue Reading →
Eph 2:1 And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; Eph 2:2 Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience: Eph 2:3 Among whom also we... Continue Reading →
[This is a continuation of our news series on the Seven Letters to the Seven Churches.] Rev 2:1 Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks; Rev 2:2 I know thy... Continue Reading →
Hello, saints! I thought we might start a new series with deep dives into the Seven Letters to the Seven Churches in the book of Revelation! Let’s begin with a general overview. Consider what the Lord says to John Rev 1:11, “Saying, I am Alpha and Omega, the first and the last: and, What thou... Continue Reading →
Grace and peace, from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ (both three days ago and today) God Purpose for His Institution of Government It is clear from the holy scriptures that God instituted government as a means. Through this means, God would be all in all. This happens through the exaltation of His... Continue Reading →
[Editor’s Note: These are notes from a message that was an introduction to the book of Revelation, which I’d like to add to our End of the World Series. -Joel] Rev 1:1 The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass; and... Continue Reading →
What Does Paul Mean By “Be Strong?” Eph.6:10] Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. When the Apostle Paul exhorts the Saints to “be strong,” it is his desire that they would know the hope of their calling in Christ as being ‘more than just Justified unto... Continue Reading →
This is an excerpt from last night's message. Mat 11:20 Then began he to upbraid the cities wherein most of his mighty works were done, because they repented not: Mat 11:21 Woe unto thee, Chorazin! woe unto thee, Bethsaida! for if the mighty works, which were done in you, had been done in Tyre and... Continue Reading →
Today, we have listed for you an epic collection of MAD BAD articles about MAD BAD Hermeneutics, which is the art of Biblical interpretation from a MAD BAD perspective. (MAD BAD = Mid-Acts Dispensational + Blessed and Delivered) MAD BAD Hermeneutical Terms A Brief History of Hermeneutics Practical Bibliology 95 Theses Against Dispensationalism Study includes... Continue Reading →
2Ti 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. We've been considering MAD BAD hermeneutics, and we've looked at study and shew thyself approved. Naturally, we have to look at that final phrase, rightly dividing the word of truth! In the... Continue Reading →
As part of our hermeneutical series, I thought I’d share these passages from “Interpreting the Bible: An Overview of Hermeneutics” by Ernst R. Wendland. What’s the big takeaway? Augustine’s fourfold method of biblical interpretation (literal, moral, allegorical, and anagogical) became the basis for Marxist hermeneutics. Here’s Wendland: Marcion Not everyone in the early church grasped... Continue Reading →
John 15:12] This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. [13] Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. [14] Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you. Oftentimes, when someone loses their life to save someone... Continue Reading →
Contextualization is the process of considering something in its context. Years ago, we had men’s breakfast on Saturday mornings. I always came loaded with Bible questions. Sometimes I’d ask a question, and I’d get no answer. Fred would look around the table to see if there were any takers. Then he’d say, “Well, brother, let’s... Continue Reading →
2 Tim. 2:14 Of these things put them in remembrance, charging them before the Lord that they strive not about words to no profit, but to the subverting of the hearers. 2 Tim. 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.... Continue Reading →
2nd Tim.1:7] For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. [8] Be not thou therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner: but be thou partaker of the afflictions of the gospel according to the power of... Continue Reading →
A while ago, I read a couple of books: “Evangelical Hermeneutics” by Robert L. Thomas and “Interpreting the Bible: An Overview of Hermeneutics” by Ernst R. Wendland. Meh. Robert Thomas’ book highlighted that the state of hermeneutics in Christian academia is a disaster. He said that hermeneutical authorities have taken it upon themselves to redefine... Continue Reading →
“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” (Romans 12:2) As we head into a new year this is great advice for the Christian. It is easy to slip into the... Continue Reading →
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