Tag: Interpretation
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Historical Precedent for Regular Observance of the Lord’s Supper
What is the proper frequency with which to partake of the Lord’s Supper? Weekly? Monthly? Quarterly? Despite the common misconception the Scripture prescribes weekly, the Bible actually does not command…
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Why the Bible is Clear in Its Condemnation of Homosexual Practice and Why It Matters
To hear some people in Christian circles discuss the issue of homosexuality, one would think that Scripture is not terribly clear on the issue and that there is great latitude…
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Some 18th Century Traditions as a Guide to Detecting our Own
In my recent reading, I have been spending a reasonable amount of time looking into the 18th and 19th centuries. One of the things that I have noticed has been…
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Devoted to the Public Reading of Scripture? A Case for an Increased Emphasis upon the Public Reading
Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, to teaching. As I have been studying through the history of the text of Scripture, its transmission,…
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A Closer Look at the Pericope Adulterae (The Woman Caught in Adultery)
Open up an ESV to John 7:53 – 8:11, and you will find the entire section in brackets with the comment, “THE EARLIEST MANUSCRIPTS DO NOT INCLUDE 7:53 – 8:11.”…
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Greek Texts and Textual Differences in Bible Translations
If you were to pick up a King James Version Bible and turn to Matthew 18:11, you would find that it says, “For the Son of man is come to…
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Comparing Bible Translation Philosophies
There are quite a number of English Bible translations out there. Probably too many. With the various different kinds of translations that exist, it is good to know what type…
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Why Study Church History?
Why study church history? What reason would we have for doing so? In my own studies of church history, I have grown to love the subject and see immense value…
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On Traditions Surrounding the Martyrdoms of Peter and Paul
It is quite likely, if you are a Christian, that you have heard some reference to traditions that exist concerning the martyrdoms of Peter and Paul. It usually goes something…
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Examining the Prosperity Gospel #6: The Misapplication of the Atonement
Jesus’s atonement for sins lies at the very heart of the Christian message. The Christian faith proclaims that, on the cross, Jesus gave up his life and atoned for the…
