Sonship As Responsibility: An Exegesis Of 1 John 3.
A critical examination of the Epistles reveal that sonship is described in two ways; the word "son" or "child" can be understood in two different contexts in the apostolic writings.…
“Sin Unto Death”—1 John 5:14-18.
In 1 John 5:14-15, the Apostle John speaks of confidence in prayer. He says, "Now THIS IS THE CONFIDENCE THAT WE HAVE IN HIM, that IF WE ASK ANYTHING according…
“He Who Came By Water And Blood”—1 John 5:6-13
1 John 5:6 (NKJV) 6 This is HE WHO CAME BY WATER AND BLOOD—Jesus Christ; not only by water, but BY WATER AND BLOOD. And it is the Spirit who…
On Confessing Sins: An Exegesis Of 1 John 1.
John begins his first epistle discussing the need for salvation. He is speaking in the opening of this epistle (i.e. 1 John 1) particularly to a sect called the Gnostics,…
“Demonstration Of The Spirit And Of Power”—1 Corinthians 2:1-5.
Paul argues that the Gospel is to be proclaimed void of human wisdom. The preacher is not to impress his audience with his oratory skills i.e. how well he talks…
“What Is Lacking In The Afflictions of Christ”—Colossians 1:24.
In Colossians 1:24, Paul says, "I now rejoice in my sufferings for you, and fill up in my flesh WHAT IS LACKING IN THE AFFLICTIONS OF CHRIST, for the sake…
On Women In Ministry: Can A Woman Pastor A Local Church?
There are some who teach that pastoring is for men alone. This idea is based off two texts in the New Testament, primarily. The first is found in 1 Timothy…
Do Rabbits Chew The Cud?—Resolving Seeming Errors In Leviticus 11:3-6.
Bible critics are often quick to point out Leviticus 11:3-6 in a bid to disparage the concept of Bible inerrancy. This concept affirms that the Bible contains no errors whatsoever…
“Time For Judgment to Begin In The House of God”—1 Peter 4:12-19.
Peter speaks here of suffering for the Gospel's sake. Vs. 12 says, "Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some…
“He Preached To the Spirits in Prison”—1 Peter 3:18-20
Peter explains the missionary work of Noah here, whilst explaining the sacrifice of Jesus for sins. Vs. 18 says, "For Christ also suffered once for sins, the just for the…