Christmas Cardology 1: Introduction
In this series, I compare the story of Jesus' nativity, as depicted on Christmas cards and in religious art, with what it says in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. The post Christmas Cardology 1:...
View ArticleWas Jesus Poor?
Was Jesus poor? Lately, a few Bible verses have come to mind that make me think Jesus was not as poor as I have previously been led to believe. The post Was Jesus Poor? appeared first on Marg Mowczko.
View ArticleJesus is no longer on a cross
Today I found out that some Roman Catholics believe that Jesus is eternally on the cross. What does the Bible, especially the book of Hebrews, say about this belief? [800 words] The post Jesus is no...
View ArticlePaul’s Main Point in Ephesians 5:22-33
Ephesians 5:22-33 is written as a chiasm with the main point in the centre of the passage. We misinterpret Ephesians 5:22-33 if we miss Paul's main point. The post Paul’s Main Point in Ephesians...
View ArticleWho is the “head”?
This is a critique of Mary Kassian's article "Sex in the Shadowlands" in which she applies the word "head" to more than God, Jesus, and husbands. The post Who is the “head”? appeared first on Marg...
View ArticleThe Righteous for the Unrighteous – 1 Peter 3:17-22
This passage is all about Jesus: Jesus, the triumphant victor. He has won the victory over sin and death through his death, the Righteous for the unrighteous, once and for all. The post The Righteous...
View ArticleThe Kingdom of Heaven in the Here and Now and Future
In this post I share some Bible verses and thought about God's kingdom in the here and now and future, and I briefly state the Jewish understanding of the Kingdom of Heaven. The post The Kingdom of...
View ArticleRedemption and Family Responsibility: Boaz and Jesus
This post takes a brief look at the Hebrew word ga'al which means "redeem" and "act like a close relative". Excerpt: Redemption was not just a lofty act done by the Creator to redeem and reconcile his...
View ArticleMaking Sense of the Transfiguration
The accounts of the transfiguration of Jesus in the gospels are puzzling, and the point and purpose of the accounts are unclear. Perhaps this article may make its meaning clearer. The post Making Sense...
View ArticleSeparate Spheres & Distinct Roles in the Trinity & in Marriage? (John 5:18-30)
Some Christians believe the Trinity is a model for marriage. Does the Trinity model distinct roles and separate spheres? Is there a hierarchy and subordination in the Divine? The post Separate Spheres...
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