Articles for tag: eternal life

March 19, 2012

Lesson for March 25, 2012: Nicodemus Learns of New Birth (John 3:1-25; Numbers 21:4-9)

This treatment of the International Sunday School Lesson is written by Sam E. Stone, former editor of CHRISTIAN STANDARD. ______ By Sam E. Stone Early in his Gospel, John introduces the reader to a Pharisee named Nicodemus. He is mentioned only in John”s Gospel””but here he is seen on three occasions (3:1-10; 7:50-52; l9:39). The Pharisees tried to strictly observe the Law of Moses. Jesus referred to him as “Israel”s teacher” (3:10), suggesting the respect in which he was held by the people. In addition, he was a member of the Sanhedrin, the select group of priests, elders, and scribes

September 6, 2009

Ethan Magness

Theology & Bible Doctrinal Issues & Debates

Waiting to Go to Heaven

Ethan Magness reflects on how Bible study transformed his view of Heaven from vague boredom into a hopeful vision of restored earth, meaningful work, and life fully with God.

September 2, 2007

H. Lynn Gardner

Theology & Bible Salvation

Benefits Brought by the Death of Jesus

A concise sidebar defining key benefits brought by the death of Jesus—atonement, justification, reconciliation, redemption, propitiation, new life, and victory over the devil and death—as explained by H. Lynn Gardner.

February 25, 2007

Doyle Roth

Devotionals

Lucky to Be Alive?

After surviving a serious car accident, Doyle Roth reflects on the hope of Heaven and challenges Christians to anticipate seeing Jesus face-to-face more than the temporary pleasures of this world.