Category:
Old Testament
Beyond Seeing Jesus Everywhere: A Case for Christo-telic Hermeneutics
Claims that every Old Testament passage is "about Jesus" often lack New Testament support. A better approach: Christo-telic hermeneutics recognises all Scripture finds its ultimate fulfilment in Christ without forcing Jesus into every single verse.
Abraham and the God Who Passes Through: When Divine Promises Cut Deeper Than Doubt
When Abraham doubts God's promises, God performs a covenant ceremony staking His own existence on keeping His word—passing through divided animals alone while Abraham sleeps, essentially declaring "may I be destroyed if I break this covenant."
Questions in the Garden: Character, Reader, and Resolution in Genesis 3
We think we know Genesis 3—the serpent, the woman, the forbidden fruit. But this may be our greatest obstacle to reading Scripture. When we slow down and pay attention to, we discover sophisticated character development, dramatic tension, and theological depths that reward patient reading.
The Story of Creation: Where Everything Begins
Genesis 1-2 isn't just ancient history—it's the foundation for everything we believe about God, humanity, and our purpose. Discover how to read creation's story carefully, teach it confidently, and help others see why it matters for their lives today.
Reading Scripture as One Story: A Journey Through the Biblical Drama
Introducing a new series to accompany the Bible Overview unit I'm leading at my church. We'll be exploring the Scriptures as one unified story and discovering our place in God's drama of creation, fall, redemption, and restoration through thoughtful reflection on Scripture's big narrative.
The Cosmos as God's Temple: Where the Creator Finds His Rest
What if the universe isn't just something God made, but somewhere God dwells? Drawing on Ancient Near Eastern creation stories and biblical theology, this piece explores how the cosmos functions as God's temple—a place where He rests.