Gospel
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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 circumcision, and the nature of the gospel. This article examines these theological tensions, elucidating how they underpin their dispute and illuminate early Christian doctrine. 2. Circumcision as a Sign of…
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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 sat apart from the others, shadows flickering on the walls. Peter broke the silence. “Paul, you challenge me on the Law—on circumcision, the very sign of God’s covenant with Abraham.”…
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Article 10: Recognising Blessing Outside the Church – Why Christians Should Affirm Goodness in All People
1. Introduction While Scripture makes it clear that salvation is found in Christ alone, it equally affirms that God’s goodness is not limited to His covenant people. Throughout history and across cultures, people outside the Church have displayed honour, justice, compassion, and wisdom—qualities that reflect God’s image and His universal…
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Chapter 2: The Proclamation of the Gospel
Overview: What Is the Gospel? Who Proclaims It? The word gospel (Greek euangelion, “good news”) defines the heart of the Christian faith. It is not merely a set of ethical principles or religious truths, but the divine announcement that salvation is available through the person and work of Jesus Christ—His…
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Jesus and the Eyewitnesses: The Gospels as Eyewitness Testimony
Jesus and the Eyewitnesses: The Gospels as Eyewitness Testimony – Richard Bauckham 1. Full Citation Bauckham, R. (2006) Jesus and the Eyewitnesses: The Gospels as Eyewitness Testimony. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans. 2. Introduction Richard Bauckham’s Jesus and the Eyewitnesses is a groundbreaking study in Gospels scholarship that challenges the dominant…
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The King Jesus Gospel: The Original Good News Revisited
The King Jesus Gospel: The Original Good News Revisited – Scot McKnight 1. Full Citation McKnight, S. (2011) The King Jesus Gospel: The Original Good News Revisited. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan. 2. Introduction In The King Jesus Gospel, Scot McKnight critiques the modern evangelical tendency to reduce the gospel to…
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4.2 Lessons from Betrayal (Gospel)
🔹 Story 1: Joseph’s Betrayal by His Brothers Main Characters: Joseph, his brothers, Jacob, PharaohStory Summary: Joseph’s brothers betrayed him out of jealousy, selling him into slavery. Despite years of suffering, Joseph forgave them and saw God use the betrayal to save many lives during a famine.Key Verses: Genesis 37:1–36;…
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Chapter 8 – Early Humanity and Supernatural Involvement
The Temptation by the Serpent and the Fall of Man Biblical Basis: The Entrance of Evil into the Human Story Genesis 3 records a pivotal moment in the biblical narrative—the entrance of evil into the human experience. The serpent, described as “more cunning than any beast of the field” (Genesis…
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Comparative Gospel Genealogies
Luke’s Alternate Genealogy (Luke 3:23–38) OverviewLuke’s genealogy traces a biological or possibly maternal lineage—likely through Mary—moving in reverse chronological order from Jesus back to Adam. It records 76 names, amounting to 75 generations before Christ, and offers a distinct theological emphasis compared to Matthew’s account. Genealogical Path Luke begins with…