Romans 6:14 says, “For sin will have no dominion over you, since you are not under law but under grace.” This is a profound verse with deep implications for the Christian life. In this article, we will explore the meaning of this verse and what it teaches us about sin, grace, and freedom in Christ. The Context of Romans 6 Romans 6 comes in the broader context of Paul’s letter to the Romans. A key theme throughout Romans is the revelation of the righteousness of God (Rom 1:17). Paul argues that all have sinned and fall short of God’s glory…
Author: Kristal Wheatley
Feeling abandoned can be an incredibly painful experience. Whether it’s being left by a loved one, forsaken by friends, or feeling distant from God, abandonment often leaves us feeling alone, afraid, and desperate for connection. Fortunately, God’s Word speaks directly to those struggling with abandonment and offers hope, comfort, and reassurance that we are never truly forsaken. Here are some key Bible verses about abandonment: Psalms 27:10 – God will not forsake His people “For my father and my mother have forsaken me, but the Lord will take me in.” This verse reminds us that even if our earthly family…
The “water of life” is a symbolic term used in the Bible to represent the life-giving blessings that come from God. It is first mentioned in Revelation 21:6, where Jesus declares, “I am the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. To the thirsty I will give water without cost from the spring of the water of life.” This passage indicates that Jesus himself is the source of the water of life. Through faith in Christ, we can receive eternal life and satisfaction for our spiritual thirst. The water of life is further described in Revelation 22:1-2: “Then…
Prima scriptura is a Christian theological doctrine that holds that Scripture is the primary source of divine revelation and authority for the Christian faith, but that “secondary” or supplementary sources may also have a role in developing Christian doctrine. Prima scriptura suggests that besides the Bible, church traditions, reason and experience can be valid authorities, but only when they build upon, and do not contradict, the primary authority of Scripture. The key distinction between prima scriptura and sola scriptura (Scripture alone) is that under sola scriptura, the Bible is the sole infallible source of doctrine and practice, while under prima…
The Testament of Abraham is an ancient text that dates to around the 1st or 2nd century AD. It is considered one of the pseudepigraphal writings, meaning it was written under a pseudonym or false name claiming to be from a biblical character. In this case, the Testament of Abraham claims to be written by the patriarch Abraham towards the end of his life. The text is apocalyptic in nature, featuring Abraham having visions and divine encounters. It provides an expansion on Abraham’s life not found in the biblical account, likely meant to inspire faith and reveal hidden knowledge. The…
The Bible contains many miraculous events and stories that reveal God’s power and divine intervention in human affairs. Here are some of the greatest miracles described in the Bible: The Creation The creation of the heavens and the earth is perhaps the greatest miracle of all. Genesis 1 describes how God spoke the universe into being out of nothing in six days. On each day, He created something new – light, sky, land, seas, plants, sun, moon, stars, fish, birds, animals, and finally human beings. The creation reveals God’s immense power and divine nature as the Creator of all things…
Tribalism refers to strong loyalty to one’s own tribe or social group. In the Bible, tribalism often manifested as favoritism and divisions between different people groups. Though tribal loyalties can be good, the Bible also warns against tribalism when it leads to sinful attitudes and actions. Examples of Tribalism in the Bible Throughout the Old Testament, God’s chosen people, the Israelites, struggled with tribalism. The twelve tribes of Israel frequently quarreled and competed for power and prestige. For instance, the tribes of Ephraim and Manasseh argued over territorial boundaries (Joshua 17:14-18). The tribe of Judah grew jealous when David, from…
This is a complex issue that Christians should thoughtfully and prayerfully consider. There are several factors to weigh when determining if it is appropriate to use worship music from churches or groups that may hold some unbiblical teachings. The Importance of Sound Doctrine The Bible places great emphasis on the importance of sound doctrine and warns against false teachings. Passages such as 2 Timothy 4:3, Titus 1:9, and 1 Timothy 1:3 instruct church leaders to teach sound doctrine and refute false teachings. Christians are called to discern truth from error (1 John 4:1) and avoid teachings that go against Scripture…
Dynamic equivalence is an approach to Bible translation that aims to convey the meaning of the original text in a way that is natural and understandable to the target audience, while remaining faithful to the original meaning. Rather than a word-for-word translation, dynamic equivalence focuses on translating the thoughts and concepts behind the words into equivalent expressions in the receptor language. The term “dynamic equivalence” was coined by American linguist and Bible translator Eugene Nida in the 1960s. Nida argued that a good translation requires going beyond just matching words between languages, but rather communicating the meaning of phrases, clauses,…
The watcher angels, also known as the Grigori or Irin, are a group of fallen angels mentioned in the Book of Enoch and other ancient Jewish writings. Though not directly mentioned in the Bible, they have become an important part of Judeo-Christian lore and tradition over the centuries. The story of the watcher angels begins in Genesis 6, where we read about the “sons of God” marrying the “daughters of men” and giving birth to the Nephilim, who were mighty heroes and warriors of ancient times. Though Genesis does not elaborate on the identity of these “sons of God,” later…