born and raised twice in the bay, I preach Jesus and him crucified
Quantum Cloud (1999), Antony Gormley. Installed at the Thames, Greenwich Peninsula, London. Image courtesy of Antony Gormley Studio. In a world where promises are broken as easily as they are made, where algorithms constantly shift what we see, and where even our closest relationships can feel uncertain, the concept of faithfulness might seem outdated. Yet... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: Rembrandt van Rijn, The Return of the Prodigal Son (1661-1669). Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons. There's a question that follows most of us like a shadow: Am I enough? Not the kind of question you'd find printed on a coffee mug, but the sort that rises from the depths when we're alone with Scripture and our souls are... Continue Reading →
This bibliography includes all sources referenced throughout the main text and appendices, organized by category for easy reference. These works represent the scholarly foundation for understanding Christology in the Hebrew Bible and provide resources for further study.Primary SourcesBiblical Texts and Ancient Sources The Holy Bible: English Standard Version. (2001). Crossway Bibles. The Holy Bible: King... Continue Reading →
The sacred calendar outlined in Leviticus 23 provides one of the most remarkable prophetic pictures of Christ's redemptive work found anywhere in Scripture. These "appointed times" (mo'adim) were not merely religious observances but divine appointments that foreshadowed the Messiah's ministry with stunning precision. Each feast reveals different aspects of Christ's person and work, creating a comprehensive portrait... Continue Reading →
This appendix provides comprehensive coverage of key messianic passages, combining selected texts organized by biblical section with detailed studies of specific prophecies. These passages demonstrate the remarkable consistency and specificity with which the Hebrew Bible points toward Christ's person and work.Selected Messianic Texts by Biblical SectionFrom the Torah (Law) Genesis 3:15 - The First Promise "I will... Continue Reading →
Phillip W. Martin 