The Theology of Eschatology
Introduction Briefly, in regard to the extent of the atonement of Christ and the doctrine of election, I was Arminian in my theology for most of my Christian life. For the past few years, until recently, I was a Calvinist. I taught both sides for several years. However, I’ve come to see the shortcomings and Read More …
There are numerous keys that unlock our understanding of the book of Revelation. But there are two chapters within the book itself that bring the whole book in proper perspective. Those two chapters are 13 and 17. These two chapters are related to each other. Both reveal the timeframe that Revelation deals with. Both Read More …
There’s a verse in Revelation that I believe reveals convincingly that there is no earthly millennial kingdom: Revelation 15:1 – And I saw another sign in heaven, great and marvellous, seven angels having seven plagues, which are the last, for in them is finished the wrath of God. Here we see that God’s Read More …
There are some people, including some Christians, who believe in universal salvation. This is the belief that everyone who dies will end up in Heaven. I know one person who takes this to the extreme and includes Satan and all his demons as those who will be saved. This same person hangs everything on Read More …
Those who have been truly born-again (Jn 1:12-13; Jn 3:3-8; 1 Pe 1:23), who are indwelt by the “Spirit of Truth” (Jn 15:26; Jn 16:13; 1 Jn 4:6), who have been “enlightened” (Eph 1:18) via regeneration (new-birth), will grow in their ability to see the truth and the kind of lives we’re to live Read More …
Introduction This will not be your average discussion about Bible translations. First of all, I’m not an expert on the subject of Bible translations, so I won’t try to make you think that I am. I’m also not a Greek or Hebrew scholar. Therefore, I can’t approach this subject from that perspective. However, I’ve Read More …
The name “Yahweh” is a commonly accepted spelling and pronunciation of God’s personal name among scholars. It’s the covenant name of the God of Israel. As for the meaning of this name, I’ll quote Got Questions?: “The name Yahweh comes from the Hebrew word for “I am.” When God met Moses at the burning Read More …
Have you ever wondered why, in the Old Testament there is so much direct judgment from God upon people and nations? We see God’s judgment many times. That’s because the world at that time was not in the age of grace under the New Covenant of Christ like it is now. The judgments of Read More …
I believe the Bible teaches that there will be a worldwide persecution against the Church shortly before the return of Christ, led by a world ruler whom I believe is the “man of lawlessness” of 2 Thessalonians 2. You may read about this further in the links at the end of this study. Here, Read More …
Introduction Acts 3:21 is our key verse. The whole context is Acts 3:18-25, as well as Acts 2:29-36. Both passages are spoken by Peter. He preached the first part on the day of Pentecost. The second part he preached on another occasion (healing of the lame man at the temple), but both are part Read More …
Did the Church exist in the Old Testament, under the Old Covenant (OC)? Yes, it surely did. The Church existed in the Old Testament (OT), but not in the fullness that it exists today since the day of Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit came to indwell believers and baptize them into the Body of Read More …
Introduction Most Christians who follow social media are probably aware of the ongoing debate between complementarianism and egalitarianism, which refer to the roles of men and women in the church and home. This debate is perhaps at an all time high, as there’s a good case to be made for both positions. Plus, social Read More …
Note: My general statement of faith can be found here. Introduction There are three primary systems of theology by which Christians understand and explain the Scriptures, especially in regard to how the Old and New Testaments relate to each other. Central to this study is how God carried out His redemptive plan for His Read More …
(Jeremiah 3:14-18) – 14 Return, O faithless children, says the Lord, for I am your master; I will take you, one from a city and two from a family, and I will bring you to Zion. 15 I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will feed you with knowledge and Read More …
(Galatians 6:15-16) – 15 For neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything; the only thing that matters is a new creation! 16 And all who will behave in accordance with this rule, peace and mercy be on them, and on the Israel of God. (NET) (Galatians 6:15-16) – 15 Neither circumcision nor uncircumcision means Read More …