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Category Archives: Jesus
5 Great Things: (#2) The Great Example
Great persecution was coming on the early church. Peter wrote, “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange think happened to you” (1 Peter 4:12). It is not always … Continue reading
Posted in Example, Jesus, life, Suffering, Textual study, Word Study
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Denominations: Unitarian Universalist Association
There are about 153,000 members of the UUA (UUA Membership Statistics, 1961-2020, uua.org). The top three states by number are: (1) California; (2) New York; (3) Texas (Demographic and Statistical Information, uua.org). History The UUA was formed in 1961 when … Continue reading
Posted in Church Organization, denominations, Doctrine, Holy Spirit, Jesus, salvation, Stats
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Christ is…
Paul, Silas, and Timothy evangelized Philippi, Macedonia in about 51 A.D., while on Paul’s second great missionary journey. Among the converts were Lydia and her household, and a Philippian jailer and his household (Acts 16). This began a long relationship … Continue reading
Posted in Example, Jesus, life, Meaning and Purpose, Priorities, Textual study
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Better Than The Work of Levitical Priests (Part 3)
The work of Jesus is superior to the work done by Levitical priests. This is set forth in three chapters (Hebrews 8-10). In this writing, we will consider Hebrews chapter ten. 1. Shadow v. Very Image “For the law, having … Continue reading
Posted in Hebrews, Jesus, Textual study, Type/Antitype
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Better Than the Work of Levitical Priests (Part 2)
The work of Jesus is superior to the work done by Levitical priests. This is set forth in three chapters (Hebrews 8-10). In this writing, we will consider Hebrews chapter nine. 1. Earthly Sanctuary “Then indeed, even the first covenant … Continue reading
Posted in Hebrews, Jesus, Textual study, Type/Antitype
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Better Than The Work of Levitical Priests (Part 1)
The work of Jesus is superior to the work done by Levitical Priests. This is set forth in three chapters (Hebrews 8-10). In this writing, we will consider Hebrews chapter eight. 1. Two Tabernacles “We have such a High Priest, … Continue reading
Posted in Hebrews, Jesus, Textual study, Type/Antitype
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Better Than Levitical/Aaronic Priesthood (Part 4)
Jesus’ priesthood is more comparable to that of Melchizedek’s than it is to the priesthood of the Levites. This point is developed in three chapters (Hebrews 5:5-6, 10-11; 6:19-20; 7:1-28). In this writing, we will continue to consider Hebrews chapter … Continue reading
Posted in Hebrews, Jesus, Textual study, Type/Antitype
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Better Than Levitical/Aaronic Priesthood (Part 3)
Jesus’ priesthood is more comparable to that of Melchizedek’s than it is to the priesthood which existed under the law of Moses. It was prophesied that He would be a priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek (Psalm 110:4 … Continue reading
Posted in Hebrews, Jesus, Phrase Study, Textual study, Type/Antitype
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Better Than Levitical/Aaronic Priesthood (Part 2)
Christ is a better priest than ever existed under the law of Moses. His office is better (Hebrews 4:14-7:28). His work is better (Hebrews 8:1-10:31). Let’s continue the comparison of office. This time, we will consider Hebrews chapter five. 1. … Continue reading
Posted in Hebrews, Jesus, Textual study, Type/Antitype
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Better Than Levitical / Aaronic Priesthood (Part 1)
Christ is a better priest than ever existed under the law of Moses. His office is better (Hebrews 4:14-7:28). His work is better (Hebrews 8:1-10:31). Let’s consider the comparison of office, as set forth in Hebrews Chapter four and five. … Continue reading
Posted in Hebrews, Jesus, Textual study, Type/Antitype
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