How did the biblical understanding of the afterlife develop from Sheol to the divided realm Jesus described? Trace the progressive revelation from Old Testament through the New.
Category: Biblical Studies
The Reliability of the Gospels: Can We Trust the New Testament?
Examine the historical evidence for the reliability of the Gospels: manuscript evidence, eyewitness testimony, early dating, archaeological confirmation, and more.
No Condemnation in Christ: Romans 8:1-3
Romans 8 declares no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus. The law could not make us righteous, but God's Son did. Explore forensic justification and the believer's security.
Lesson 18: Why the Law Was Temporary
The Mosaic Law was a temporary shadow pointing to Christ, not God's permanent plan. Faith has always been the means of righteousness, from Abraham to the cross.
Lesson 15: Law and Gospel in Galatians
What is the relationship between the law and the gospel? Explore Galatians 3:15-29 to understand the purpose of the law, the law as tutor, and freedom in Christ.
The Sermon on the Mount: Revolutionary Ethics Grounded in God's Character
Christ calls His followers to a stable, unchanging goodness grounded in God's character. The Sermon on the Mount is the most revolutionary ethical discourse ever given.
Lesson 14: The Faith of Abraham and the Promise
Explore Galatians 3:1-14 and discover how Abraham's faith, not works of the law, is the model for justification. The blessing of Abraham extends to all who believe.
Lesson 13: Called unto Holiness — 1 Thessalonians 4:5-8
Paul warns believers: God called you to holiness, not uncleanness. Explore 1 Thessalonians 4:5-8 on defrauding, God as avenger, and the Holy Spirit's role.