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Holy Spirit
What role does the Holy Spirit play in the lives of believers? Check out what the Old and New Testaments say about the work of the Holy Spirit.The Holy Spirit is God’s presence at work in the world. The Jewish Scriptures (Old Testament) declare that the Spirit of God was at work in the creation of the world (Gen 1.2),…
READ MOREThe Ancestors of Jesus
In the New Testament world, genealogies were important. In fact, two of the four Gospels include records of Jesus’ ancestry. Find out more about Jesus’ lineage and its significance. Family roots were very important to the Jewish people. In traditional cultures, genealogies identify the status of people in relation to their ancestry. In such settings, genealogies may be adjusted (e.g.,…
READ MORESocial World of Bandits
Who were these bandits who attacked the stricken traveler? There are two distinct terms in the Greek language of the New Testament. In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Luke chooses the term "lestes," which describes a violent member of a group.Before one can fully appreciate the story of the stricken traveler in Luke’s parable of the Good Samaritan, there…
READ MOREJesus and Animals
For many North Americans, interactions with animals are summarized neatly in terms of pets, pests, and meat. Yet the lives of the ancient Israelites and the early Christians were filled with animals. They play important roles in Biblical stories as a source of praise to God and revelation of the nature of faith, humility and peace.For many North Americans, interactions…
READ MORELetters of Paul
The Letters of Paul include some of the oldest writings in the New Testament. The dates of his earliest letters most likely fall in the period A.D. 50–60 and were written before the Gospels, Acts, and other New Testament writings.The Letters of Paul include some of the oldest writings in the New Testament. The dates of his earliest letters most…
READ MOREEducation in Ancient Israel
Education in Israel remained a constant and powerful force in Israelite homes and society. The form and content of education changed with the needs of various times and places. In early days, the educational needs had primarily been served by the tribe and the family. By the first century B.C., education became universal and compulsory for Jewish boys and men.…
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