Gap Theory
Introduction In the early twentieth century, a footnote in The Scofield Reference Bible made popular a theory of creation recognized as the “Restitution Theory” or the “Gap Theory.” The theory proposed a significant gap of time between Genesis...Niphal Verb Form
Introduction A dispute continues among modern scholars regarding the translation value of the Niphal verb נִבְרְכ֣וּ in Genesis 12:3. The final phrase of verse 3 presents the translation challenge:...Heaven, Hell, and Resurrection According to Paul
The background of Paul’s idea of the life to come.
Paul’s Doctrine on Death
Paul’s doctrine regarding what happens to humans at death.
Paul’s writings to Thessalonica
The occasion and purpose for the writing of 1 & 2 Thessalonians. Who were the opponents of Paul in Thessalonica? What was the nature of the opponents’ teaching, and how did Paul respond to it?
Christ is the End of the Law- Paul’s View
According to Paul was Christ the “goal” or the “end” of the law?
Paul a Mystic?
In his second letter to the Corinthians, Paul writes of his personal experiences of visions and revelations (1 Cor. 12:1 [NASB]). Paul continues by explaining a time where he was “caught up to the third heaven” (1 Cor. 12:2). Accordingly, an important question is whether one could categorize Paul as a mystic.
The Apostle Paul’s Perspective on Jewish Law
Paul’s encounter with Christ on the Damascus Road caused a tectonic shift in Paul’s religious paradigm.
Paul’s meaning of in Christ
Paul’s theology behind the meaning of being “in Christ.” What he means and the authority he uses to explain the terminology.