The Reign of the Resurrected Messiah
When we think about "eschatology" we must begin with the resurrection and reign of Jesus the Messiah. In other words, eschatology is Christology.
When we think about "eschatology" we must begin with the resurrection and reign of Jesus the Messiah. In other words, eschatology is Christology.
Jesus is the Last Adam, life-giving Spirit, and man of heaven, who possesses resurrection life and confers it to his church.
Just as sin and death came through Adam, so now life comes through Jesus Christ, and those who belong to him will be raised just as he was.
Denying the resurrection not only makes Christianity meaningless but also has tragic consequences for a world subject to sin and death.
Situating the infamous story of Ananias and Sapphira in its canonical context can answer some of the troubling questions that are often raised.
Resources to help you think more biblically about baptism and meaningful membership in the local church
The story of Christ's death and resurrection "in accordance with the Scriptures" forms the gospel, the good news of Jesus the Messiah.
Reflections on spiritual gifts, love, edification, and order from our study through the spiritual gifts in 1 Corinthians 12-14
Several implications can be drawn from Paul's hymn to love which we would do well to ponder as new creations in Christ.
In 1 Corinthians 7, is Paul discussing the end of the world as we know it, or is there another way to make sense of Paul's cryptic phrases?
In 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 Paul us reminds that our bodies are defiled by sexual immorality and the dwelling of the Holy Spirit.
In 1 Corinthians 6:12-17 Paul reminds us that our bodies are destined for resurrection and designed for union with Christ.
The church, as part of the renewed Israel in Christ Jesus, must consider and learn from the example of Israel in the exodus.
Psalm 51:1-9 gives us the ingredients for repentance and shows us that repentance is the way to life for both ruined and redeemed sinners.
Here are some more frequently asked questions about the life and liturgy of our church, why we worship the way we do.