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Article 5: Elijah and the Prophets of Baal: Contest on Mount Carmel
1. Introduction The confrontation between Elijah and the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18 represents a dramatic theological conflict…
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Article 6: David and Saul: Rivalry and Divine Kingship in 1 Samuel
1. Introduction The complex relationship and rivalry between David and Saul, as narrated in 1 Samuel 16–31, highlight themes of…
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Article 7: Paul and Peter: Conflict over Gentile Inclusion in the Early Church
1. Introduction The dispute between Paul and Peter regarding Gentile inclusion, notably recorded in Galatians 2:11–21, represents a seminal conflict…
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Article 8: Stephen and the Jewish Authorities: Martyrdom and Controversy in Acts 6–7
1. Introduction The conflict between Stephen and the Jewish authorities, culminating in his martyrdom, marks a significant moment in the…
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Article 10: James and the Jerusalem Council: Resolving the Gentile Inclusion Question
1. Introduction The Jerusalem Council, chronicled in Acts 15, represents a landmark moment in early church history, addressing the contentious…
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Article 11: The Role of Conflict in Spiritual Growth and Community Formation
1. Introduction Conflict within the biblical narrative serves as a vital mechanism for spiritual growth, doctrinal clarification, and the formation…
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Article 12: Lessons from Biblical Arguments for Contemporary Faith Communities
1. Introduction The biblical narratives of conflict and controversy offer enduring lessons for contemporary faith communities. This article synthesises key…
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Bible Study Guide – for Believers (Contents)
1. Chronological Reading Plan 2. Canonical Reading Plan 3. Thematic and Doctrinal Studies 4. Book-by-Book Exegesis 5. Parallel Testament Reading…
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1. Chronological Reading Plan
1. Introduction The Chronological Reading Plan arranges the 66 books of the Bible according to historical timeline, rather than traditional…