Determining when the books of the Bible were written can be a challenging endeavor. Unlike modern books, the books of the Bible do not have publication dates printed inside their covers. However, through careful study and analysis, scholars have been able to estimate approximate time periods when the biblical books were likely written. There are several factors scholars consider when dating the books of the Bible: Internal evidence – Statements within the books themselves that hint at an approximate time period. This includes references to historical figures, events, and places. Literary style and language – The style of writing and…
Author: Emma Price
Progressive revelation refers to the concept that God has revealed His truth to humanity over time, culminating in the person and work of Jesus Christ. When it comes to salvation, progressive revelation teaches that God unfolded His plan of redemption progressively across the Old and New Testaments. In the Old Testament, God began revealing aspects of His plan for salvation. After the Fall, God promised that the seed of the woman would crush the serpent’s head (Genesis 3:15). This pointed ahead to Christ’s victory over sin and death. God then established a covenant with Abraham, promising that through his offspring…
The prophecy in Isaiah 7:14 has long been a source of debate among Bible scholars regarding the correct translation and interpretation of the passage. The crux of the issue lies in the Hebrew word “almah” which is translated as “virgin” in some Bible versions but as “young woman” in others. Those who argue for “virgin” point to the Septuagint’s use of the Greek word “parthenos” which unambiguously means virgin. They also argue that almah in Isaiah 7:14 refers to an unmarried woman since a married woman would not be called an almah. Those who argue for “young woman” suggest the…
The topic of fate and destiny is one that many people wonder about. What does the Bible have to say about whether our lives are predestined or if we have free will to choose our own path? Here is an in-depth look at what the Bible teaches about fate and destiny. God Has a Plan The Bible makes it clear that God does have a plan and purpose for each person’s life. Jeremiah 29:11 says, “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you…
The History of Christianity Christianity is the world’s largest religion, with over 2 billion followers worldwide. It is based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and the belief that he is the Son of God. Christianity traces its roots back to Judaism and the Hebrew Bible. Here is an overview of the key events and figures that have shaped the history of Christianity over the past 2000 years: Jesus Christ Jesus of Nazareth, a Jewish preacher living under Roman occupation in 1st century Palestine, is the central figure of Christianity. The primary source of information about Jesus comes…
The Millennial Kingdom refers to the thousand-year reign of Christ described in Revelation 20:1-6. During this time, Jesus Christ will rule the world from Jerusalem in fulfillment of many Old Testament prophecies. The Bible indicates that there will be different groups occupying the Millennial Kingdom: 1. Resurrected Saints Believers who were part of the first resurrection will occupy the Millennial Kingdom in their resurrected bodies (Revelation 20:4-6). This includes Old Testament saints, New Testament saints, and those who come to faith during the Tribulation period. These believers will rule and reign with Christ for 1,000 years (Revelation 20:4-6; 1 Corinthians…
Constructivism is a theory of knowledge and learning that argues humans generate knowledge and meaning from their experiences. It posits that humans construct understanding of the world based on their experiences and interactions. This differs from more objective epistemological views that see knowledge as existing independent of the knower. Origins and Key Figures of Constructivism Some key thinkers associated with constructivist theory are Jean Piaget, Lev Vygotsky, Jerome Bruner, Ernst von Glasersfeld, and Seymour Papert. Piaget proposed that humans build mental “schemas” to help them understand the world. Schemas are adaptable and grow as individuals have new experiences. Vygotsky emphasized…
Anger is a natural human emotion that everyone experiences from time to time. However, uncontrolled anger can lead to sinful words and actions that damage relationships and hurt others. The Bible has much to say about controlling our temper and managing anger in a godly way. The book of Proverbs repeatedly warns about the dangers of uncontrolled anger and hasty words spoken in rage. “Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly” (Proverbs 14:29). “Whoever restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of…
The book of Proverbs in the Bible contains many wise sayings and advice for living a godly life. One of these nuggets of wisdom is found in Proverbs 25:11, which says “A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver.” This verse poetically describes the value and benefit of speaking words appropriately and carefully to others. To fully understand the meaning of this proverb, it is helpful to break it down phrase by phrase: “A word” This refers simply to spoken language – a sentence, phrase, or even just a single word addressed to another…
The statement “I am the resurrection and the life” is found in John 11:25, spoken by Jesus to Martha before raising Lazarus from the dead. This profound statement provides critical insight into who Jesus is and what He came to accomplish. The Setting of John 11 John 11 opens with Jesus receiving word that His friend Lazarus is ill in the town of Bethany. Rather than rushing to heal Lazarus, Jesus waits two more days before announcing His intention to return to Judea where Bethany is located (John 11:6-7). The disciples warn Jesus that the religious leaders there want to…