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Signs 3

“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.” Luke. 2:11-12 ESV Here we are again with another of God’s strange signs. Alright,Continue reading “Signs 3”

Signs 2

Signs 2 “Hear this, House of David! Isn’t it enough for you to wear out the people that now you have to wear out my God as well? Therefore the Sovereign will give you a sign: the maiden has conceived and is about to give birth to a son; she will name him “God WithContinue reading “Signs 2”

Bible Among the Myths Sixty years ago, most biblical scholars maintained that Israel’s religion was unique—that it stood in marked contrast to the faiths of its ancient Near Eastern neighbors. Nowadays, it is widely argued that Israel’s religion mirrors that of other West Semitic societies. What accounts for this radical change, and what are itsContinue reading

NIVAC Isaiah Sixty years ago, most biblical scholars maintained that Israel’s religion was unique—that it stood in marked contrast to the faiths of its ancient Near Eastern neighbors. Nowadays, it is widely argued that Israel’s religion mirrors that of other West Semitic societies. What accounts for this radical change, and what are its implications forContinue reading

Called to be Holy An eminent Old Testament scholar guides us on a thoughtful tour of the Bible’s teaching about a Spirit-filled life. Available at Amazon

NICOT Isaiah 40-66 This long-anticipated work completes John Oswalt’s two-volume commentary on the book of Isaiah. After opening with a valuable discussion on the state of Isaiah studies today, Oswalt provides an insightful verse-by-verse explanation of Isaiah 40-66, giving special attention to the message of the prophet not only for his own time but alsoContinue reading

NICOT Isaiah 1-39 The first of John N. Oswalt’s two-part study of the book of Isaiah for the NICOT series, this commentary on chapters 1û39 combines theological acumen, literary sensitivity, philological expertise, and historical knowledge to present a faithful and accurate reading of one of the Old Testament’s most important books.The commentary proper, based onContinue reading

Signs 1

But Moses said to God, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the children of Israel out of Egypt?” He said, “But I will be with you, and this shall be the sign for you, that I have sent you: when you have brought the people out of Egypt, you shallContinue reading “Signs 1”

Which Trail

Now, therefore, the sword will never depart from your house, because you despised me and took the wife of Uriah the Hittite to be your own. 2 Samuel 12:10 NIV Recently, while reading in 2 Samuel, I was struck by the trail of death that extends outward from chapter 11, where David violatedContinue reading “Which Trail”

Christians Do Not Sin -3

Christians Do Not Sin – 3 You know that he appeared in order to take away sins, and in him there is no sin. No one who abides in him keeps on sinning; no one who keeps on sinning has either seen him or known him. Little children, let no one deceive you. Whoever practicesContinue reading “Christians Do Not Sin -3”