August 16, 2021
Aug. 22 | Discovery
What significance do you see in the contrast of being “born according to the flesh” and being “born as a result of a divine promise”?
Theology & Bible
Theology & Bible helps Christians understand Scripture and the core teachings of the Christian faith. Explore Bible-based articles on biblical interpretation, doctrine, salvation, the Holy Spirit, baptism, communion, creation, and key themes across the Old and New Testaments. You’ll find thoughtful guidance for studying the Bible faithfully, applying God’s Word to life and ministry, and growing in theological clarity rooted in the gospel. Whether you’re a church leader, teacher, student, or everyday disciple, this hub equips you to know God through Scripture and live with conviction and hope.
Heaven’s Dinner Table
Jesus commanded us to share Communion, and to think back to his sacrifice for us, as often as we gather. But he also said this meal should prompt us to look forward with eagerness.
August 9, 2021
Aug. 15 | Which Inheritance?
In this week's Scripture text, Paul used several metaphors to drive home his point about being saved by faith in Christ as opposed to works of the law; the primary metaphor Paul used was inheritance.
August 9, 2021
Aug. 15 | Application
In this week's Application headlined "Choosing Your Ancestors," David Faust writes: "From Adam and Eve till today, sin has tainted humanity and tilted us toward disaster. . . . Thankfully, though, we can choose the spiritual family we call our own."
August 9, 2021
Aug. 15 | Discovery
What kinds of things tend to spiritually enslave people?
An Altar of Earth
We no longer sacrifice burnt offerings on an altar because Jesus came as the ultimate and final sacrifice for our sins. But we should remember an old command as we come before God to worship him.
August 2, 2021
Aug. 8 | Which Righteousness?
Having called the Galatians back to the true gospel, defended his own apostleship, and having confronted Peter (i.e., Cephas), Paul begins to argue for the gospel of righteousness.
August 2, 2021
Aug. 8 | Application
A biblical text normally has a single meaning, but it can have many applications. Consider Galatians 2:20 . . .
August 2, 2021
Aug. 8 | Discovery
What does it look like in the average day of a Christ follower for Christ to live in them?
Truly Marvelous
What the world needs is someone who can do what the heroes of the Marvel universe cannot—kill evil at its root.
July 26, 2021
Aug. 1 | Which Gospel?
With the churches of Galatia, Paul squared off against doctrinal defection. The gospel that came from heaven cannot be improved. Adding to it or subtracting from it totally dilutes it.
July 26, 2021
Aug. 1 | Application
The Galatian Christians were forgetting the gospel of grace. They needed firm, loving guidance, and so do we. Here are six important points to remember taken straight from Scripture . . .
July 26, 2021
Aug. 1 | Discovery
How would you describe Paul’s passion for defending the gospel message?
July 19, 2021
July 25 | Down but Not Defeated
The last king of Judah (Zedekiah) was horribly corrupt, and Nebuchadnezzar came and burned the city and the temple. But offstage a note of hope was being played that would allow God to fulfill his promise to save the world through Jesus.
July 19, 2021
July 25 | Application
Human achievements eventually melt to the ground, but God has in store for us “an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade” (1 Peter 1:4).
July 19, 2021
July 25 | Discovery
How would you describe King Zedekiah and the influence he had on his people?
July 12, 2021
July 18 | The Testimony of Prophets
The prophets of the Old Testament were the mean junkyard dogs of Israel. . . . Both Elijah and Elisha made it into Jesus’ ordination sermon, and some of their miracles are templates for miracles of Jesus
July 12, 2021
July 18 | Application
Public speaking isn’t for everyone. We’re not all like Peter, who preached and saw thousands baptized. But if we watch for opportunities, we all can be like Philip, who shared the gospel with an audience of one . . . an Ethiopian in a chariot.
July 12, 2021
July 18 | Discovery
Naaman’s pride, plans, and preferences nearly prevented him from being cured. Why are humility and submission so vital to our healing?
July 5, 2021
July 11 | The Call for Reform
It did not take many years for the wisdom of Solomon to unravel and the kingdom to be divided.
