Paul's closing exhortation to the Ephesian church is remarkably similar to his admonitions in Galatians 5. In both cases the apostle pleads with the church to stand firm. The Ephesians…
We continue to note particular aspects of the flood record in Genesis 6-9 which emphasize its significance in scripture. As in other 'event oracles', patterns of God's works are evident…
As we consider the Genesis account of the great flood in its context both immediately and as a jewel strung upon the chain of redemptive history, it becomes apparent that…
It was the works of the Lord to date that captivated the psalmist's sanctified attention and inspired his song of worship. These exalted themes reached soaring heights in the minds…
Here Paul introduces his second illustration to emphasize the distinction between the 'justification by faith alone' gospel and the notion of works enabled salvation. Having introduced the picture of a…
Following the first explicit reference to the concept of 'covenant' in scripture, Moses documents the relationship of Noah to his Lord and Savior. This arrangement is built upon special and…
The revelatory and significant miracles of Jesus have reached a crescendo in John's gospel in chapter 11. The resurrection of Lazarus has been preceded by... The wedding in Cana where…
We come to a beloved Psalm in our series today. Psalm 91 is a familiar text, often memorized and, much like Ps 23, has become iconic of the Psalter itself…
Our passage today features the Apostle Paul from two dispositions. First, his consummate command of logical argumentation. Wearing his lawyer hat so to speak. Secondly, we witness his personal and…
Genesis documents a precedent establishing record of the relationship between God's knowledge and His power. These attributes of God are referenced repeatedly in the text with language indicating that God…