A go-to verse for so many regarding salvation and the source of that salvation. It is a wonderful verse and should never be degraded as it is also a part of the Word of God. Unfortunately, this has not stopped many from ripping this text from its surrounding context and effectively reading into it what … Continue reading John 3:16 – Digging Into the Fuller Meaning of a Text
Language Study
Myths of Hell and Satan
This article deals with four myths, misassociations, or inaccuracies associated with that place of judgment, Hell. #1 - Hell is ruled by Satan The one we call "Satan" is more like the chief of rebellion. Hell is the ultimate prison--even including him as a prisoner. To be fair, he is likely to be the most … Continue reading Myths of Hell and Satan
Christ Is Not a Last Name
This should be a rather straightforward topic but it is funny how often people treat Christ's full name as 'Jesus Christ' when 'Christ' isn't a name, to begin with. Jesus is the (English) name of the savior. We are given no further information as to whether he had any additional parts to his name. If … Continue reading Christ Is Not a Last Name
The Devil, Satan, and Lucifer
This is a word study of these three terms used for the enemy of man and God. Each of these words has uses and they are not all equivalent to the next. The Devil Since this is the first word or name or title we come to, let us take a historical glimpse into it … Continue reading The Devil, Satan, and Lucifer
Psalm 119:153-176
To finish everything off, this post will contain the last 3 stanzas. It contains Resh, Sin (seen) and Shin (sheen), and Taw. Resh seems simple but it has a heavy "r" sound that reminds more of what I've heard as someone trills an r in Spanish. Taw is sometimes written as Tav as it gets … Continue reading Psalm 119:153-176
Psalm 119:137-152
Tsadhe (צ) 137 - 144 English Righteous are you, O Lord, and right are your rules.138 You have appointed your testimonies in righteousness and in all faithfulness.139 My zeal consumes me, because my foes forget your words.140 Your promise is well tried, and your servant loves it.141 I am small and despised, yet I do not forget your precepts.142 Your righteousness is righteous forever, and your law is true.143 Trouble and anguish have found me … Continue reading Psalm 119:137-152
Psalm 119:121-136
ע Ayin 121 - 128 English I have done what is righteous and just; do not leave me to my oppressors.122 Ensure your servant’s well-being; do not let the arrogant oppress me.123 My eyes fail, looking for your salvation, looking for your righteous promise.124 Deal with your servant according to your love and teach me your decrees.125 I am your servant; give me discernment that I … Continue reading Psalm 119:121-136
Psalm 119:105-120
Nun (נ) 105 - 112 English Your word is a lamp to my feetAnd a light to my path.106 I have sworn and I will confirm it,That I will keep Your righteous ordinances.107 I am exceedingly afflicted;Revive me, O Lord, according to Your word.108 O accept the freewill offerings of my mouth, O Lord,And teach me Your ordinances.109 My life is continually in my hand,Yet I do not forget … Continue reading Psalm 119:105-120
Hebrew Tidbit #10 – Aramaic Compared to Hebrew
Hebrew and Aramaic are languages that are both part of the Semitic line of languages. Aramaic uses the same alphabet as Hebrew does. A key difference is certain characters in words found in Hebrew are shifted to different characters (ex. ז becomes ד). This means זהב would become דהב. Another difference is that the definite … Continue reading Hebrew Tidbit #10 – Aramaic Compared to Hebrew
Hebrew Tidbit #9 – Hebrew and Aramaic
The two predominant languages of original writing for the Scriptures were Hebrew and Koine Greek. However, Aramaic was also an original language but to certain parts of the biblical text (primarily Daniel and Ezra) and it is the Aramaic translation of the Scriptures that Christ was quoting in Mark 15:34 (“Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?”).
Monergist Gratia 