We will look at several Greek words, which will help us understand certain points of doctrine, beginning with the word Edification. Etymology of the Word Edification. This term comes to us in Scripture from the Koiné Greek of the first century. Three different Greek words have been translated edify or edification in the King James Version. Since the Koiné Greek…
“The pure thoughts of Biblical Truths, illumined by the Holy Spirit, not the deceptive thoughts of man, are the basis for divine guidance. The Father, through the Son, by the Holy Spirit, is the light by which everything is enlightened that has enlightenment.” – C. S. Craig Do not depend on human viewpoint. Do not depend on the thinking of…
Regeneration is an action of God whereby He imparts Eternal Life to the believer (makes eternal life a permanent part of us – of our very being). Regeneration is the “new birth,” which means born again – “from above” (John 3:3,5,7). In John 3:31, for example, “from above” speaks of Jesus as coming from above. Jesus used the same word…
The Doctrine of Imputation/The Gift of Volition God created both angels and humanity, and to both God gave volition – our own individual freedom to choose. Imputation of original sin from Adam; imputation of original righteousness through Jesus Christ. The doctrine of imputation is one of the most important in Scripture because it explains our desperate need for a Savior,…
This study was originally compiled by Lewis Sperry Chafer and consisted of “Thirty-Six Things God Provides for Every Believer at Salvation.” Lewis Sperry Chafer founded Dallas Theological Seminary. It has been revised to Forty Gifts by RBT Bible Ministries and is presented here on WOTM for the perfecting of the saints (all believers are saints); for the work of the…
THE RICH MAN AND LAZARUS Only God could take us to the underworld, and He did so in Luke Chapter 16:19-31, in the story of The Rich Man and Lazarus. Please open your Bible to: Luke 16:19-31 This is a parable, told by Christ to His disciples, but from this story we are also able to understand much about Hell….
Heathenism, or The “Heathen” The definition of Heathenism exists for two reasons: where the Gospel has been preached and rejected, or where people have reached God-consciousness and rejected God (Isaiah 40:17-21; Romans 1:18-30; 10:18; 2 Thessalonians 1:8). Since God is perfect righteousness, perfect justice, and omniscient (all-knowing), it is impossible for God to be unfair to any member of the…
Keeping It Simple – Our objective is centered around our Savior, Jesus Christ, because everything that God the Father does for mankind flows through the cross. The cross of Christ is man’s contact point with God, it is man’s restoration point, the place of forgiveness and mercy. The place where God’s justice and love are displayed for all mankind to…
WHAT DOES THE BIBLE TEACH US ABOUT LOVE? Love is a deep subject. The purpose of this summary of love is to challenge both the unbeliever and the believer to examine Scripture. What does the Bible say? Following is a twenty-one point dissertation for consideration. Think on these things… there are two viewpoints in life: Human viewpoint and divine viewpoint….
WHAT IS DOCTRINE? The word doctrine is found in both the Old and New Testaments and expresses teaching. This teaching may be referred to as subjects or categories of truth. Bible doctrine is the teaching of the word of God on any given subject. In other words, Bible doctrine is the organized, systematic presentation of Biblical Truths. Bible doctrine may…
Justification (justified) is a legal term which means: to declare righteous, to secure a favorable verdict, to acquit. It means vindication; therefore, it is the judicial act of God whereby He imputes His righteousness to the new believer at the point of salvation, thereby vindicating or justifying the believer. The meaning is derived from three Greek words: Dikaioo: “to justify,…
You cannot fully appreciate Christ or what Christ accomplished for YOU if you do not understand all the issues that were involved in your salvation. Reconciliation: to adjust something or someone to a specific standard. As used in the New Testament, man’s position is described as “at enmity” (Ephesians 2:12-16) with God, viewed as out of harmony with God. Reconciliation…
Soteriology may be defined as: The Salvation doctrines of our Christian faith. In the Greek, soterion – salvation; French, soter – Savior, preserver, as in Jesus Christ. Merriam Webster Collegiate Dictionary, 11th edition 2003. By way of introduction, the following Categorical Study Series on “Soteriology” has, as one of its goals, to be an example of teaching by Topics or Categories…
Genesis 2:7 – “And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life and man became a living soul.” Life should have been translated lives because the Hebrew word is plural. Man was originally created with physical and spiritual life. Please note: Only Adam, the very first man, was…
To accurately interpret and present 2000 – 4000-year-old Scripture written in ancient languages, critical analysis must be observed on a consistent basis. Special attention must be given to the grammatical expression of the original signature; the historical setting; the religious, cultural, and political environment; and the original receiving audience. The Old Testament begins with man in the image of God…
Please open God’s Word of Truth to 1 Peter 5:5-11 and peruse these verses in your very own Bible. The idea of Bible study is just that – study. Study of Scripture is for your edification and your own personal benefit – it is listening to the Holy Spirit as you do so. Bible study is a very serious undertaking….
By way of introduction, Luke, who wrote the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts, had a classical background. Luke was an exponent of Hellenistic culture. The first three verses of Acts are classical Greek, and the only illustration of classical Greek in the new Testament. All of the New Testament writers were influenced by their culture and background…
You can be at peace with God, right now, right where you are: “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ” (Romans 5:1). “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved” (Acts 16:31). Thank you, Father for sending Jesus Christ, your uniquely-born Son, to die in our place on the…
A SUMMARY OUTLINE Before you begin any Bible study, as a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, be focused and under the control of the Holy Spirit, and take the time to absorb and meditate on the Word of God. If you have not yet decided to trust Jesus Christ as your personal Savior, then that is the only thing…
History repeats itself because human nature is the same in every generation since Adam. National freedom in every civilization is dependent on two primary characteristics: virtue and respect. The rise from bondage to freedom and prosperity is a costly one. The fall from prosperity to bondage is even more costly. Everything in life has a price. Men must be willing…