Tag: Bible

Jesus and the Apostles: Using the Old Testament as a Living Story

Harrison, C. (n.d.). Visualizations of the Bible: Bible Cross-References. Chris Harrison. https://www.chrisharrison.net/index.php/Visualizations/BibleVizThis visualization highlights the interconnectedness of scripture, illustrating how the Old and New Testaments form a unified narrative, as demonstrated in the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. 1. Scripture as a Unified Narrative When Jesus and the apostles refer to the Old Testament,... Continue Reading →

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A Brief Survey of Eschatological Views

Eschatology, the study of the 'last things,' is a popular area of Christian theology. It delves into Christ's second coming, the resurrection, final judgment, and the nature of God's kingdom. Among the various interpretations, Amillennialism stands out, providing a coherent and historically grounded framework for understanding these events. By focusing on the millennium's symbolic nature... Continue Reading →

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The Unstoppable Mission: God’s Spirit, God’s People, God’s Purpose, Acts 1-2

The Bible is a unified story that leads us to Jesus. It starts with a soft promise in Genesis—a hint that grows louder through time, building a chorus of hope that reaches its peak with Jesus. This story moves forward in Acts as Jesus leaves his disciples with a mission. They wait in Jerusalem, ready... Continue Reading →

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Learning from My Pride

When I first became a preacher and husband, I thought I had everything figured out. I believed my ability to lead came from hard work, knowledge, and pushing through whatever came my way. I didn’t realize that pride was creeping in, making things more complicated than they needed to be. Looking back, I see that... Continue Reading →

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Cana and the Cross: Creation, Glory, and Sacrifice

At first, the wedding at Cana and Jesus' crucifixion seem like disconnected scenes. One is a joyful celebration, while the other is heavy with pain and loss. But John weaves these moments together, showing us how they both point to something bigger—Jesus' mission, the unveiling of His glory, and the new creation He brings. The... Continue Reading →

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