Jonathan T.
The End-Time Messenger: A Biblical Examination
The question of whether God continues to send messengers to His church in the last days is a topic that divides Christian denominations. From the Iglesia ni Cristo to Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormons, and various “End-Time message” believers, some churches firmly believe in the ongoing role of a divine emissary. Within this group, further questions arise…
Genesis: The Foundation of Biblical Doctrines/Part 7: Abrahamic Covenant: Forerunner of the Gospel
Having explored creation, the fall, regeneration, and God’s design for marriage, we now come to a pivotal moment in Genesis, and indeed in redemptive history: the call of Abraham and the establishment of the Abrahamic Covenant. This covenant forms the very foundation for God’s plan of salvation, not just for a chosen people, but for…
Genesis: The Foundation of Biblical Doctrines/Part 6: God’s Design for Marriage
After exploring the profound themes of creation, the fall, and regeneration, we now turn our attention to another foundational doctrine established in Genesis: God’s design for marriage. This divine institution, far from being a mere human convention, is rooted in God’s creative purpose and is essential for the flourishing of humanity. Our foundational text for…
Genesis: The Foundation of Biblical Doctrines/Part 5b: The Doctrine of Regeneration
In our previous discussion on the Doctrine of Regeneration, we examined how the Flood was God’s initial act of cosmic renewal, cleansing a corrupted world. We also noted Jesus’s use of “regeneration” to refer to a future, even more encompassing, renewal. Now, we will delve deeper into the nature of this regeneration, particularly by drawing…
Genesis: The Foundation of Biblical Doctrines/Part 5a: The Doctrine of Regeneration
Having explored the fall of man and the nature of sin, we now turn to a doctrine of immense hope: Regeneration. This concept, fundamentally about renewal, finds its earliest expression in the devastating, yet redemptive, event of the Flood. Our primary texts are Genesis 6:5-9 and Matthew 19:28: Genesis 6:5–9 (NASB 2020): “Then the Lord…
Genesis: The Foundation of Biblical Doctrines/Part 4: The Seed of the Serpent
In our journey through the foundational doctrines of Genesis, we have covered Creation, the Doctrine of Man, and the Fall. Now, we turn our attention to one of the most enigmatic and crucial prophecies in Scripture, found in Genesis 3:15. This verse introduces a concept that has sparked much debate: the “Seed of the Serpent.”…
Genesis: The Foundation of Biblical Doctrines/Part 3b: The Doctrine of the Fall of Man
The Doctrine of the Fall of Man – The Nature of Sin In our previous article, we introduced the Doctrine of the Fall, recognizing it as the origin of humanity’s sinful condition. We highlighted the presence of evil in the Garden before humanity’s sin and examined the symbolic nature of the Tree of the Knowledge…
Genesis: The Foundation of Biblical Doctrines/Part 3a: The Doctrine of the Fall of Man
In our continuing exploration of Genesis as the bedrock of biblical doctrines, we now confront one of the most sobering yet essential truths: the fall of humanity. Our understanding of sin, evil, and our present human condition finds its origin in the events of the Garden of Eden. Our primary texts for this discussion are…
Genesis: The Foundation of Biblical Doctrines/Part 2b: The Doctrine of Man
In our previous discussion on the Doctrine of Man, we established humanity as God’s unique creation, made in His image, as male and female, and as living persons. We now delve deeper into the nature of this “living person,” exploring a fundamental question: Is man a dichotomy or a trichotomy? That is, is humanity composed…