Is Mary the Mother of God?
7 min
"The affirmation of Mary as 'Theotokos' wasn't so much to magnify her, but to magnify Jesus. It emphasized that he was truly God with us."
-Pastor Adriel Sanchez
Pastor Adriel Sanchez explains the intricate theology of the incarnation and why all Christians say that Mary is the mother of God, the God-bearer.
Old Problems, New Proponents: The Sufficiency of Scripture Debate in Our Day
The church today finds itself amidst a revived trend of advocating for hearing God speaking to his people apart from his word. While there are new figures in this movement, the content of their message is hardly original. One can think of late medieval mysticism’s emphasis on a mystical encounter with God […]
Prophecies of the Cross
Not just from a pagan or anti-Christianity standpoint was it true that death on the cross was a shame ridden thing, however. The prophecies of the Old Testament speak of the curse of the cross, too. In understanding the reputation connected with those hung on a cross or tree, the great love of our Savior in becoming a curse for us shines forth (Gal. 3:13).
Why Is Tamar Declared Righteous for Prostitution?
Given all of the circumstances of Genesis 38, it might be shocking to us that Tamar is included in the line of the Savior of the nations. This passage challenges our sometimes superficial understanding of faith, righteousness, and the sovereignty of God.
Does This Make Me a Pharisee?
Jesus is pointing out the hypocrisy of following man-made regulations and rules but ignoring the heart of the law of God, which is to love him and love neighbor.
