Suffering Succotash, I say, Suffering Succotash Romans 8:18 – “I don’t think the sufferings we are going through now are even worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed to us in the future.” The books of Job and Proverbs do not treat the subject of suffering either systematically or philosophically but do give… Continue reading All Things Work For Good Revisited – Despite Suffering
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All Things Work For Good
Romans 8:28 – “We know that Yahweh causes everything to work together for the good of those who love him and are called in accordance with his purpose.” This verse does not say that everything that happens is good. Paul believes that Yahweh is a faithful Heavenly Father who, because he is both omniscient and… Continue reading All Things Work For Good
Yahweh Our Sanctuary
Isaiah 41:13 – “ Fear not, I am the one who helps you.” The Book of Isaiah is filled with admonitions to fear not, to not be faint, to be strong. Historical Background Isaiah began his ministry during a time when Assyria was expanding its territories and empire. Political intrigue and alliances were the mode… Continue reading Yahweh Our Sanctuary
Yahweh Calls
Genesis 1:5 – “Elohim called the light Day, and the darkness he called Night.” Genesis 1:8 – “Elohim called the expanse the Heavens.” Genesis 1:10 – “Elohim called the dry land Earth, and the water he called Seas.” Genesis 10:5 – “From these the islands of the nations were divided into their lands.” In the… Continue reading Yahweh Calls
Rapture Parallels, Patterns, Pictures, and Types 