Part 6 – The Covenant and the Nations: From Noah to Abraham
🔹 Introduction After the great flood, the earth was silent once more — cleansed but fragile.God had judged corruption yet…
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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…
11: You Shall Not Commit Adultery – Covenant Fidelity and Sexual Ethics
The Ten Commandments and the Teachings of Jesus: A Theological, Cultural, and Political Exposition 1. Introduction The seventh commandment guards…
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…
2: Covenant and Promise
1. Theme Overview This theme focuses on God’s covenants with humanity and His promises to redeem and bless. It highlights…
18: The Holy Spirit and New Covenant
1. Theme Overview This theme focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding, empowering, and sanctifying God’s people,…
4: Old Testament Warnings – God’s Jealousy and Covenant Loyalty
1. Introduction The Old Testament offers a compelling portrait of God’s covenant relationship with His people—a relationship that is exclusive,…
21: The Influence of Biblical Covenants on Ancient Israelite Territorial Claims
1. Introduction Biblical covenants form a foundational framework for understanding ancient Israelite concepts of land, territory, and identity. This article…
28: The Good Shepherd – A Metaphor of Divine Care, Sacrifice, and Covenant Fulfilment
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 10:11–15 1. Introduction Jesus declares: “I am the good shepherd. The…
33: The Bridegroom – A Metaphor of Covenant, Joy, and Divine Intimacy
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 25:1–13 1. Introduction In Matthew 25:1–13, Jesus tells the Parable of…
38: The Good Shepherd – A Metaphor of Divine Care, Sacrifice, and Covenant Protection
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus John 10:11–18 1. Introduction In John 10:11, Jesus declares, “I am the…
58: The Yoke – A Metaphor of Discipleship, Rest, and Covenant Partnership
📘 All Metaphors and Symbolic Sayings of Jesus Matthew 11:28–30 1. Introduction “Take my yoke upon you and learn from…
2: Covenant — Berith (OT), Diathēkē (NT), and ITL Usage
1. Hebrew Term: Berith — בְּרִית Pronunciation: beh-REETHMeaning: Covenant; formal agreement between God and His people with promises and obligations.…
1: Covenant (Berith) in Ancient Near Eastern Context
1. Term: Berith — בְּרִית (Covenant) Meaning: Formal agreement or treaty between parties, especially between God and Israel. 2. Historical-Cultural…
4: Covenant (Berith) Rituals and Symbolism
1. Term: Berith — בְּרִית (Covenant) Meaning: Formal agreement or treaty, especially between God and His people. 2. Historical-Cultural Context:…
Genesis: Creation, Covenant, and the Promise of Blessing – A Doctrinal Comparison between Judaism and Christianity
1. Introduction Genesis, the first book of the Torah/Pentateuch, serves as the foundational narrative for both Judaism and Christianity. It…
Exodus: Deliverance, Covenant, and Divine Presence – A Doctrinal Comparison between Judaism and Christianity
1. Introduction The book of Exodus is pivotal in both Judaism and Christianity, recounting Israel’s deliverance from Egyptian bondage and…
Numbers: Wilderness Journey, Covenant Faithfulness, and Divine Provision – A Doctrinal Comparison between Judaism and Christianity
1. Introduction Numbers, the fourth book of the Torah/Pentateuch, narrates Israel’s wilderness journey from Sinai to the borders of the…
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…
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8. The New Covenant People: Equality and Freedom in the Church (Galatians)
Introduction In Galatians, Paul presents the church as the new covenant community established through faith in Christ, the Messiah. This…
Article 5: When the Unbelieving Bless Each Other – Uncovenanted Goodness and Its Real-World Results
1. Introduction The Bible primarily focuses on God’s covenantal relationship with His people—yet it also records remarkable instances where blessing…
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 8: Covenantal Blessing – What Happens When Faith Activates Divine Power
1. Introduction While common grace and natural law offer blessings accessible to all, covenantal blessings represent a deeper, more powerful…
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…
Article 11: How to Walk in Both Realms – Aligning with Creation and Covenant Together
1. Introduction Believers are called to live in a way that honours both the natural moral order (universal law) and…
The Parable of the New Cloth and New Wineskins
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the New Cloth and New Wineskins 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category…
1.17 Stories of Covenant Faithfulness
🔹 Story 1: God’s Covenant with Noah Main Characters: Noah, GodStory Summary: After the flood, God made a covenant with…
Chapter 11 – God’s Covenants & The Redemptive Narrative
From Post-Flood Humanity to Divine Election Biblical Basis Throughout Scripture, God unfolds His redemptive plan through a series of covenants,…
Chapter 15 – Eschatology: Future of Creation
New Heavens and New Earth Biblical Basis: The Promise of Cosmic Renewal The biblical vision of the future culminates in…
Chapter 16 – Artificial Immortality or Divine Resurrection?
AI, Transhumanism, and the End of Humanity as We Know It (Creation to Nations – Chapter 16) “For the perishable…
Isaac and the Covenant Lineage
Introduction and Genealogical ContextIsaac, the son of Abraham and Sarah, occupies a pivotal position in the covenantal narrative of Israel.…
Wilderness Journey and Covenant Testing
Introduction to the Wilderness PeriodThe wilderness journey, which spans approximately forty years, constitutes a critical phase in Israel’s formation as…
David – Covenant and Kingship
Introduction and Rise to PowerDavid, the youngest son of Jesse from the tribe of Judah, emerges as the most prominent…