Law, Sin, and Grace (Contents)
Part I – Introduction and Definition Part II – The Nature of Sin Part III – The Classification of Sin…
Tag: Biblical Law
Part I – Introduction and Definition
1. Etymology and Terminology of Sin 1.1 Hebrew and Greek Roots The biblical terms for sin convey the notion of…
Part VI – The Revelation and Recognition of Sin
14. The Law as Mirror 14.1 Purpose of the Ten Commandments The moral law—epitomised in the Decalogue (Exodus 20:1–17)—reveals God’s…
Chapter 2: Law vs. Grace — Reconciling Obedience and Freedom in the New Covenant
Kingdom Ethics and the Ten Commandments Today 1. Introduction One of the most enduring theological tensions within Christianity lies in…
3: Jesus and the Law – From Mount Sinai to the Mount of Beatitudes
The Ten Commandments and the Teachings of Jesus: A Theological, Cultural, and Political Exposition 1. Introduction The teachings of Jesus…
15: Jesus’ Two Commandments – Love God and Neighbour as a Gospel Lens on the Law
The Ten Commandments and the Teachings of Jesus: A Theological, Cultural, and Political Exposition 1. Introduction The Ten Commandments are…
16: From Law to Spirit – The Commandments in the New Covenant
The Ten Commandments and the Teachings of Jesus: A Theological, Cultural, and Political Exposition 1. Introduction The Ten Commandments remain…
3: Law and Grace
1. Theme Overview This theme explores the relationship between God’s law and His grace, showing how obedience, moral instruction, and…
15: The Influence of Biblical Law on Modern Israeli Legal Systems
1. Introduction Biblical law, as codified primarily in the Torah, has significantly influenced legal thought and systems in Israel. This…
12: Law — Torah (OT), Nomos (NT), and Intertestamental Usage
1. Hebrew Term: Torah — תּוֹרָה Pronunciation: toh-RAHMeaning: Law, instruction, teaching; refers primarily to the Pentateuch and God’s revealed will…
15: Law — Torah (OT), Nomos (NT), and Intertestamental Usage
1. Hebrew Term: Torah — תּוֹרָה Pronunciation: toh-RAHMeaning: Law, instruction, teaching; refers primarily to the Pentateuch and God’s revealed will…
9: Law (Torah) and Its Interpretation in Jewish Culture
1. Term: Torah — תּוֹרָה Meaning: Law, instruction, teaching; the divine guidance given to Israel. 2. Historical-Cultural Context: 3. Literary…
Deuteronomy: Covenant Renewal, Law, and Love – A Doctrinal Comparison between Judaism and Christianity
1. Introduction Deuteronomy, the fifth and final book of the Torah/Pentateuch, functions as a covenant renewal document. It restates and…
Why do some Apostolic churches insist on strict holiness standards such as dress codes, hair regulations, and lifestyle restrictions? Are these biblically grounded or culturally shaped?
1. Introduction Many Apostolic Pentecostal churches are known for emphasising strict “holiness standards”, including modest dress, uncut hair for women,…
Chapter 3: The Council of Jerusalem – Law and Liberty
The assembly hall fell silent as elders gathered under its sturdy wooden beams. Light streamed through narrow windows, illuminating the…
Teachers of the Law
1. Name / Role Teachers of the Law (also referred to as “lawyers” or “experts in the Law”) 2. Category…
Article 7: Paul and Barnabas Versus Judaizers – Theological Conflict over the Law
1. IntroductionThe early Christian church faced significant theological challenges, particularly regarding the relationship between the Mosaic Law and Gentile converts.…
Article 8: Jesus and the Pharisees – Repeated Confrontations over Law and Hypocrisy
1. IntroductionThe Gospels document numerous confrontations between Jesus and the Pharisees, religious leaders who were zealous for the Mosaic Law…
Article 24: Conflicts of James and Paul (Law of Moses)
1. Circumcision and the Law of Moses Biblical Context: Nature of the Tension: Implications: 2. Association with the “Men from…
4. Circumcision, Law, and Gospel: The Theological Core of the Paul-Peter Dispute
1. Introduction The conflict between Paul and Peter at Antioch centres on profound theological issues regarding the Mosaic Law, particularly…
Chapter 4: Circumcision, Law, and the Gospel
Paul and Peter: Conflict, Theology, and Reconciliation in the Early Church Later that evening, after the confrontation, Paul and Peter…
Article 1: The Divine Architecture of Blessing – How God Built the Universe to Bear Fruit
1. Introduction The concept of blessing—whether spiritual, material, emotional, or relational—features prominently throughout the Bible. While Christians often focus on…
Article 6: Why God Honours Honour – The Law Written on the Heart of All Peoples
1. Introduction One of the profound insights of biblical theology is that moral truth is not restricted to the religiously…
Article 7: Common Grace and Natural Law – Blessing That Flows from Creation Itself
1. Introduction While saving grace through Jesus Christ is central to Christian faith, the Bible also affirms a broader concept…
Article 9: Two Streams, One Design – How Universal Law and Covenant Grace Coexist in God’s Economy
1. Introduction Within the biblical worldview, it is possible to distinguish between two major channels through which blessings flow: the…
7.11 Stories of Scribes and Teachers of the Law
🔹 Story 1: Jesus Taught with Authority Unlike the Scribes Main Characters: Jesus, crowds, scribesStory Summary: As Jesus taught, the…