born and raised twice in the bay, I preach Jesus and him crucified
"If you put these things before the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, being trained in the words of the faith and of the good doctrine that you have followed. Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather trainyourself for godliness; for while bodily training is of some value, godliness... Continue Reading →
Have you ever wondered about the impact of sensationalized claims in biblical study? Consider the infamous case of Harold Camping, who predicted the world would end on May 21, 2011. Camping's fringe ideas captivated many, leading to the sale of books and merchandise based on his interpretations. However, his prediction proved false, and his followers... Continue Reading →
The Codex Sassoon is the earliest and most complete Hebrew Bible ever discovered. @ Brendan McDermid The Bible is a unified story that leads to Jesus. It is a collection of writings spanning centuries and written by various authors. It tells one coherent narrative about God's relationship with humanity. Human and Divine Literature The Bible... Continue Reading →
In 1872, the American brigantine Mary Celeste was discovered adrift in the Atlantic Ocean. She was found in good condition, her cargo of denatured alcohol intact, and provisions for six months still aboard. However, her lifeboat was missing, and the crew had vanished without a trace. The ship's logbook offered no clues; its last entry... Continue Reading →
The phrase "sons of God" (בְּנֵי־הָאֱלֹהִים, b'nei ha-elohim) in Genesis 6:2 has intrigued scholars, theologians, and careful Bible students for centuries. Let’s briefly examine some of the interpretations across different periods and sources. Early Jewish Literature Early Jewish texts provide some of the earliest interpretations of the "sons of God" as angelic beings: 1 Enoch:... Continue Reading →
Phillip W. Martin 