Well, as is the case most weeks, we did not get as far as I planned for us to, but, we did get as far as we needed to. We have now completed our study of 2/3 of the first resurrection. 1 Corinthians 15:23: But every man in his own order: Christ the firstfruits; afterward they … Read more
Today, we were able to get through the firstfruits harvest of the Old Testament Saints resurrecting with Jesus Christ. Ephesians 4:8-10 clearly states that Jesus had to descend before he could ascend — Wherefore he saith, When he ascended up on high, he led captivity captive, and gave gifts unto men. (Now that he ascended, … Read more
1 Corinthians 15:23 is a great doctrinal scripture concerning the resurrection. Of course, chapter 15 is the central chapter in all of scripture concerning this doctrine. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the basis of all hope we have in our own resurrection. Without the resurrection we are the most miserable people in the world. … Read more
As we get into the heart of 1 Corinthians 15, we have come to the comparison of Adam and Christ. Walking through the rhetorical argument Paul gives in V.12-20 reminds us that without the physical resurrection of Christ, our religion is worthless. The comparison of Adam, the direct creation of God, created perfect and became … Read more
Bible Study Principles for 2020 2 Timothy 2:15: Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 2 Timothy 3:16-17: All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the … Read more