Favorite Posts of 2014 To be honest, when 2014 began I didn’t know much about blogging and I thought websites were something that “other” people had. The start of my own website in 2014 and the opportunity to post articles on topics I believe are important has been more rewarding than I could ever have … Continue reading Favorite Posts of 2014
Joseph’s Significance in Matthew’s Nativity Narrative Choosing a title for this post has proven to be a challenge. If I say it is about Joseph, many would assume I was writing about the famous figure from the Book of Genesis who was sold into slavery by his brothers, and who later delivered Egypt, as well … Continue reading Joseph’s Significance in Matthew’s Nativity Narrative
Jews and Greeks in the New Testament Even a casual reader of the New Testament cannot help but notice the frequent use of the expression “Jew and Greek.” To cite just a few examples, Paul writes that salvation is “for the Jew first and also for the Greek” (Rom. 1:16); or, “Jews request a sign, … Continue reading Jews and Greeks in the First Century A.D.
The Difference Between Legalism and Obedience (Romans 5-8) Did you know that Christians are called to be slaves of obedience? Many today resist this notion. It sounds too legalistic or works oriented. In fact, at first glance, it doesn’t sound appealing at all. Slavery suggests domination and control. We in the western world desire to … Continue reading The Difference Between Legalism and Obedience (Romans 5-8)
What Do Clothes Have to Do With Sin and Redemption? Picture with me a doctor, a business woman, or a football player. What all of these people have in common, including the cowboys in the picture above, is a certain type of clothing that identifies their profession. A few months ago I wrote an article … Continue reading What Do Clothes Have to Do With Sin and Redemption?