The Bible begins with marriage, continues to be a frequent topic, and ends with marriage (Genesis 2:24; Revelation 19-22). Biblically, marriage is established in creation and is a covenant. We see this marriage covenant used in metaphors and as a theological actuality of the relationship of God to His people, from which we are taught …
The war between the flesh and the spirit (Romans 7:14-25)
As believers in Jesus Christ, we constantly clash between our new spiritual nature and the flesh. The Apostle Paul experienced this same battle and described it to us in Romans 7. In this chapter, Paul teaches that the function of the law is to detect and condemn sin, and its role is NOT to deliver …
What does it mean, “Christ’s blood speaks a better word than the blood of Abel” (Hebrews 12:24)?
The passages in Hebrews 12:18-28 is one of encouragement and warning. A comparison is made by contrasting the old and new covenants using the events at Mount Sinai compared to Mount Zion in the new Jerusalem. Amid this comparison from the Old Testament, we are taken to another incident. One in which Abel was murdered …
Inner self vs. the Outer self (2 Corinthians 4:16)
Reading through scripture, particularly in the New Testament, we see the comparison between the inner and outward selves. A key verse addressing this comparison is 2 Corinthians 4:16, saying, “So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day.” How can we understand the difference between the outer and …
Appearance of godliness but denying its power (2 Timothy 3:5)
2 Timothy 3:1-5 is a quick summary of what godlessness looks like. In the last days, there will be difficult times, not only from the persecution of believers but also corruption from within the church. In this first section of the chapter, from verses 1 to 5, we see a list of morally depraved activities …
What does “Thanksgiving” mean in the Bible?
It becomes clear as we read through the scriptures that the children of God ought to give thanks everywhere and in every situation to God Almighty. Thanksgiving is essentially an “offering of thanks” to God for His gifts and mighty works in our life. It is an expression of our complete dependence on God and, …