Category: Christology (Christ)

October 4, 2025

Messiah Meaning

Christology (Christ)

The concept of the Messiah, both in the Old and New Testaments, highlights Jesus as the “Christ,” or “Anointed One,” fulfilling divine promises through His roles as prophet, priest, and king. From early biblical prophecies to His resurrection, the narrative emphasizes His suffering and future reign, culminating in the ultimate salvation for all.

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January 14, 2025

Jesus Christ as “the Word”

Christology (Christ), John

The title “the Word” in John’s Gospel signifies Jesus Christ as the eternal Logos, highlighting His divine nature and role in creation and redemption. This concept connects to Old Testament themes and resonates with both Jewish and Greek audiences, emphasizing Jesus as the ultimate revelation of God. Believers are encouraged to worship, rest in, and…

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January 14, 2025

Did Jesus Christ create the world?

Bible Answers, Christology (Christ)

Jesus Christ, the eternal Son of God, is the Creator of all things, as evidenced by Scripture. His divine nature is foundational for understanding His role in creation and redemption. Christ not only initiated creation but also sustains it, bridging the Law and Gospel, affirming His authority and purpose in all existence.

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January 8, 2025

Jesus of Nazareth as the Promised Messiah in 2 Peter 1

2 Peter, Christology (Christ)

In 2 Peter 1, the apostle Peter affirms Jesus as the promised Messiah of the Old Testament. He highlights Jesus’ divine power and the fulfillment of Old Testament promises, backed by his eyewitness testimony of the Transfiguration. Peter emphasizes that prophetic Scriptures, inspired by the Holy Spirit, confirm Jesus as the fulfillment of God’s redemptive…

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January 4, 2025

The Temple in the Bible

Christology (Christ), Ecclesiology (Church), Eschatology (Last Things)

The temple is a significant biblical theme symbolizing God’s presence with His people throughout Scripture. From Eden’s sacred space to Jesus as the true temple, and finally to the Church as a spiritual temple, the narrative illustrates humanity’s fall and redemption, culminating in the New Jerusalem where God fully dwells with His creation.

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December 13, 2024

Difficult Passages for Limited Atonement

Arminianism, Atonement, Calvinism

While the doctrine of definite (or limited) atonement is thoroughly supported by Scripture, there are certain passages that proponents of universal atonement (e.g., Arminians) frequently cite as challenges to this doctrine. Below are some of the most commonly raised passages and how they are answered within a Reformed framework. John 3:16 “For God so loved…

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December 13, 2024

If Christ died for everyone, why is anyone going to Hell?

Arminianism, Atonement, Bible Answers, Calvinism

Arminians assert that Christ’s atonement enables possible salvation for all, relying on individual faith. This view faces critiques regarding the efficacy of atonement, human choice over divine sovereignty, and justice. In contrast, the Reformed perspective claims definite atonement secures salvation exclusively for the elect, emphasizing God’s grace and sovereignty throughout salvation.

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