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Category: Christology (Christ)

  • What is Typology?

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    Typology is a biblical interpretation method that identifies people, events, or institutions in the Old Testament as prefiguring Christ and His redemptive work in the New Testament. It emphasizes the divine intention behind these connections, highlighting their historical reality and the progressive revelation leading to Christ’s ultimate fulfillment of God’s eternal plan.

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  • The Nature of an End

    John Owen discusses the nature of an end, the means used to achieve it, and their relationship. Examples from Noah, Absalom, and the Tower of Babel illustrate this relationship. He also explains how the means can be the meritorious or efficient cause of an end, and how the relationship unfolds when agents act rightly or…

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  • Why Did Christ Die?

    In this content, the intention behind the death of Christ and its effects are detailed. Firstly, Christ’s intention was to save sinners and specifically those who believe in him. Secondly, the effects of his death include reconciliation with God, justification, sanctification, and adoption into God’s family, leading to eternal redemption. The widespread belief that Christ…

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