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Who wrote Romans?
Who wrote Romans: Like many books of the New Testament, the book of Romans was a letter written to a church. In this case, the Apostle Paul was writing to a group of Christians within Rome. While Paul’s authorship of Romans is rarely contested, some have questioned how Paul, who at the time of the writing of the letter had not yet visited Rome, knew so many members of the Roman church. The most likely answer is Paul met the 26 members listed in chapter 16 prior to them moving to Rome or while the members were in exile…
Prophecies of the Messiah in the book of Isaiah:
… both the houses of Israel, a stone to strike and a rock to stumble over, And a snare and a trap for the inhabitants of Jerusalem. Isaiah 8:14 3. Fulfillment: Why? Because they did not pursue it by faith, but as though it were by works. They stumbled over the stumbling stone, just as it is written, “BEHOLD, I LAY IN ZION A STONE OF STUMBLING AND A ROCK OF OFFENSE, AND HE WHO BELIEVES IN HIM WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED.” Romans 9:32-33 This precious value, then, is for you who believe; but for those who disbelieve, “THE STONE WHICH…
Can we prove the Resurrection?
… The resurrection is true – If this is the case, then disproving the resurrection should be difficult. The resurrection is false – If this is the case, then disproving the resurrection should be easy. To answer this question, we will begin by finding common ground between the two theories. Below is a list of undisputed facts regarding the events surrounding the resurrection claim: Accepted facts by both Critics and Christians: Jesus existed; Jesus was sentenced to execution by crucifixion by the Romans; The execution was carried out by the Romans; Days later people insisted they saw the resurrected…
Did Jesus prove he was God?
… otherwise, acknowledge something happened in 33 A.D. This mysterious event convinced thousands of people of Jesus’ divinity and changed the world. To determine what occurred during this mysterious event we must first determine what is not debated among historians. Below is a list of accepted facts regarding the resurrection of Jesus: Accepted Facts by both Critics and Christians: Jesus existed; Jesus had disciples; Jesus was tried by the Sanhedrin; Jesus was initially abandoned by his disciples; Jesus was sentenced to execution by crucifixion by the Romans; The execution was carried out by the Romans; Days later people insisted they saw the resurrected Christ;…
Was Jesus God?
… we must first determine what is not debated among historians. Below is a list of accepted facts regarding the resurrection of Jesus: Accepted Facts by both Critics and Christians: Jesus existed; Jesus had disciples; Jesus was tried by the Sanhedrin; Jesus was initially abandoned by his disciples; Jesus was sentenced to execution by crucifixion by the Romans; The execution was carried out by the Romans; Days later people insisted they saw the resurrected Christ; Thousands of people claimed to have seen, eaten with, spoken with, and walked with the resurrected Christ for a period of 40 days; The disciples returned…
Biblical Contradiction: God is or is not just and impartial:
… there is no unrighteousness in Him. Psalm 92:15 Yet you say, ‘The way of the Lord is not right.’ Hear now, O house of Israel! Is My way not right? Is it not your ways that are not right? Ezekiel 18:25 For there is no partiality with God. Romans 2:11 God is unjust and partial: So he said, “Cursed be Canaan; A servant of servants He shall be to his brothers.” Genesis 9:25 You shall not worship them or serve them; for I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children,…
Are the Jewish people still the Chosen People?
… forefather, discovered in this matter? If, in fact, Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about-but not before God. What does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” Romans 4:1-4 According to Scripture, the descendents of Abraham were heirs of this covenant. Not because they share a genetic lineage that can be traced back to Abraham; but because they share Abraham’s faith: It was not through the law Abraham and his offspring received the promise that he would be heirs of this world, but through the righteousness that comes by…
What does evil mean?
… up like a leaf, and like the wind our sins sweep us away. Isaiah 64:6 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, Romans 3:23 What shall we conclude then? Are we any better? Not at all! We have already made the charge that Jews and Gentiles alike are all under sin. As it is written: “There is no one righteous, not even one; there is no one who understands, no one who seeks God. All have turned away, they have together become worthless; there is no one who does good, not even one.” “Their throats…
Biblical Contradiction: God’s attributes can or cannot be discovered:
Biblical Contradiction Explained: God’s attributes can or cannot be discovered: God’s attributes are revealed by his works: For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through what has been made, so that they are without excuse. Romans 1:20 God’s attributes cannot be known: “Can you discover the depths of God? Can you discover the limits of the Almighty? Job 11:7 Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator of the ends of the earth Does not become weary…
Biblical Contradiction: The Sabbath is or is not required:
Biblical Contradiction Explained: Observing the Sabbath is or is not required: Observing the Sabbath is a requirement: “Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. Exodus 20:8 Observing the Sabbath is not a requirement: “Bring your worthless offerings no longer, Incense is an abomination to Me. New moon and sabbath, the calling of assemblies— I cannot endure iniquity and the solemn assembly. Isaiah 1:13 One person regards one day above another, another regards every day alike. Each person must be fully convinced in his own mind. Romans 14:5 Therefore no one is to act as your judge in regard…