Last week we established Israel’s uniqueness as the only people called “firstborn” among the nations in Scripture (Exodus 4:22). I’ve heard many rabbis observe: Being the chosen nation is not …
Romans 9–11 (Part 1): To Them Belong the Promises
As it pertains to Christian theology, the importance of Paul’s Epistle to the Romans has not been understated in church history. However, that has not prevented confusion over Paul’s defense …
The Day of the Lord
The term Day of the Lord in the Bible is a term that sometimes confuses Christians. The main reason is that it is applied to different events in prophecy, while …
Miracles: Then and Now
The closest thing to a miracle I think I have ever witnessed is the birth of my daughter, Lottie. For nine months, my wife and I prayed for her, planned …
What Makes Someone Jewish?
There are three Hebrew words used in Scripture when identifying the Jewish people. First is the word Hebrew (Genesis 14:13) that comes from the word “Eber,” who is a grandson …
Where Would You Be Without the Word of God?
I remember the day my journey with the Lord began. It seems like yesterday when two born-again believers I worked with asked me a very simple question: “Rob, why do …
