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In the preceding chapter on the Introduction to the Old Testament I said some things about the order of the books in the Old Testament, particularly calling your attention to the present order in the Jewish Bible. There is no question that the order of the historical books in our
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Ge 1:1-25 Genesis is the book of origins and developments. It supplies its own outline or plan of treatment in twelve sections: In one sublime sentence it gives the origin of the universe. Ge 1:1. In a few other equally sublime sentences it gives the origin of this
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Ge 2:4-25 We commence with the fourth verse which begins the new division of the analysis, to wit: “These are the generations of the heavens and of the earth,” and that division extends to the close of Ge 4, but our present chapter will discuss so much of it
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We have seen in the second chapter of Genesis the happy estate of the man and woman in paradise. We learn in the third chapter about the fall of man and his expulsion from that garden. No more fundamental subject can be considered by a Bible student, and we are
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Genesis 3 Now we come to the third chapter of Genesis, which gives us an account of the first man on earth, the fall of man, his expulsion from the garden, and all of the fearful consequences that followed that sin. We must regard this third chapter of Genesis as
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Our study of the third chapter of Genesis revealed the first sin on earth, its trial and judgment; the consequent expulsion of man from the garden of Eden, and intervention of grace introducing a plan of redemption. Before proceeding in the history of fallen man we need to dip somewhat
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Complaining is a prevalent aspect of human nature; we often express our grievances about various circumstances, challenges, and disappointments in our lives. As Christians, however, we are called to model our behaviour after Christ, who endured immense suffering, including the excruciating pain of the crucifixion, for our sins. Remarkably, even
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In many contemporary churches that claim to be part of the body of Christ, a troubling trend has emerged: a gospel rooted in hatred and division, often disguised as a ministry devoted to apologetics. It’s important to clarify that I am not advocating for a compromise of doctrinal truths
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Luke 9:23: “And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.” This profound directive from Jesus, resonating through Matthew 16:24 and Mark 8:34, underscores the necessity of a daily commitment
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The journey of faith is marked by growth and transformation, as believers are called to deepen their understanding of God’s Word and embody the teachings of Christ. The Apostle Paul, in his epistle to the Corinthians, poignantly addresses the challenges that arise when believers remain spiritually immature. His comparison
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In the journey of faith, understanding the concepts of sin and salvation is crucial. The Bible offers profound insights into human nature, depicting how sin has affected our relationship with God, and reveals the path to redemption through Jesus Christ. This exploration is not merely theological but speaks to the
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In a world increasingly obsessed with instant gratification and the pursuit of material possessions, the idea of “dying to live” may initially seem counterintuitive or even perplexing. However, this concept serves as a fundamental principle of spirituality that invites us to explore a deeper, more profound truth: true fulfilment and