When our preeminent identity as followers of Jesus is (or ought to be) “in Christ,” does that mean we will no longer engage in...
The previous post left us with this thought: God could have destroyed all this and started again, Or perhaps he could have just...
“Absolute deity was poured into holy humanity, and not a drop was lost.” This is one of many ways we can describe the incarnation—God...
Here’s where we left off in the last post: All of us are conceived and born as descendants of Adam—we are “in Adam.” As such, we...
Many metaphors illustrate conversion from the death union “in Adam” to the life union “in Christ.” In the previous post, we employed...
What does ἐν Χριστῷ—‘in Christ’— mean? Previous posts outlined the foundation; now, we examine the structure. Eventually, we will...
con·stel·la·tion /ˌkänstəˈlāSH(ə)n/ “a group of stars forming a recognizable pattern … a group or cluster of related things.”...
Do you praise God? If so, why? Ephesians 1:3 introduces us to a great reason to praise God. Blessed be the God and Father of our...
Few theological issues are as contentious and divisive as election. Does this have to be its legacy? Or are we making God’s election...
… in love He predestined us to adoption as sons through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the kind intention of His will, … The...
to the praise of the glory of His grace, which He freely bestowed on us in the Beloved. A question A follower of Jesus quietly...
In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace Those who...
Why did Picasso’s paintings distort the world? He answered: The world doesn’t make sense, so why should I paint pictures that...
How do you view your future? Do you face your future with confidence and joy or with anxiety, even fear? Timothy Radcliffe observes...
in [Christ] a possession of immeasurable value is obtained that has been predetermined according to His purpose who works all...
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And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed…[1] What...
Imagine a fine TR6 roadster designed for great things. Over the years, the owner abused the auto, reducing it to a dented, rotting,...
