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The Incomprehensible God Who Wants To Reveal: Exodus 40 And Sirach 24, Gilbert Perez Jun 2026

The Incomprehensible God Who Wants To Reveal: Exodus 40 And Sirach 24, Gilbert Perez

Obsculta

God's transcendence above everything is present in many theological traditions, who recognize and answer in a diverse number of ways the question of how to approach the incomprehensible. Using the Historical Critical Method of exegesis with examples from the works of the recently deceased Walter Brueggemann, two completely different contexts in the Old Testament: Exodus 40 and Sirach 24, are presented to show how scripture itself often responded to the question of how God is made comprehensible.


Five Scriptural Reflections On Grief, Patrick Russell Jun 2026

Five Scriptural Reflections On Grief, Patrick Russell

Obsculta

This is a piece that looks at grief through a close reading of different texts of the Old Testament. While each reflection is its own, they are one paper that gives the reader a chance to see and reflect on grief by sitting with Genesis 11:1-9, Exodus 8:20-32, Ruth 1:1-22, Job 2:11-13, and Psalm 13.


The Decalogue As A Transitional Model For Fear, Pamela Jensen Ikasalo Feb 2025

The Decalogue As A Transitional Model For Fear, Pamela Jensen Ikasalo

Liberty Theological Review

God’s original intention for relationships was disrupted by the fall of man as recorded in Genesis 3. From that point, fear of man played an intricate role in both interpersonal relationships and decision-making. The purpose of the Decalogue was to moderate relationships among the people and with their God. However, there is an additional purpose as well. The Decalogue serves as a transitional model from fear of man to fear of the Lord. When God’s people live according to the precedents found in Exodus 20 and Deuteronomy 5 their lifestyle no longer follows the pattern set by fallen humanity. Both …


"John Through Old Testament Eyes: A Background And Applicationcommentary" [Review] / Jobes, Karen H., Stanislav Kondrat Jan 2024

"John Through Old Testament Eyes: A Background And Applicationcommentary" [Review] / Jobes, Karen H., Stanislav Kondrat

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

This is a book review


"A New Look At Atonement In Leviticus: The Meaning And Purpose Of Kipper Revisited " [Review] / Greenberg, James. A., Slaviša Janković Jan 2024

"A New Look At Atonement In Leviticus: The Meaning And Purpose Of Kipper Revisited " [Review] / Greenberg, James. A., Slaviša Janković

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

This is a book review


"Jeremiah And Lamentations: A Commentary For Biblical Preaching And Teaching" [Review] / Garrett, Duane, And Calvin F. Pearson., Felippe Ribeiro Jan 2024

"Jeremiah And Lamentations: A Commentary For Biblical Preaching And Teaching" [Review] / Garrett, Duane, And Calvin F. Pearson., Felippe Ribeiro

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

This is a book review


"The Problem Of The Old Testament: Hermeneutical, Schematic& Theological Approaches" [Review] / Garrett, Duane A., Kolia Afamasaga Jan 2024

"The Problem Of The Old Testament: Hermeneutical, Schematic& Theological Approaches" [Review] / Garrett, Duane A., Kolia Afamasaga

Andrews University Seminary Studies (AUSS)

This is a book review


Keeping Covenant: The Story And Scholarly Scrutiny Of David And Goliath, Peter Tran May 2023

Keeping Covenant: The Story And Scholarly Scrutiny Of David And Goliath, Peter Tran

Obsculta

The story of David and Goliath is a tale of courage, duty, and faith in God. What is taken for granted, however, is whether or not David was actually the one who killed Goliath. Some critical scholars have begun to question the long-standing claim that David defeated Goliath. So, who really killed him and what are the theological implications? A thorough examination will shed light on this question.


How Philo Wrote His Biography On Moses : An Analysis Of Ancient Compositional Practices And Their Implications On The Gospels, Esteban J. Hidalgo Jan 2023

How Philo Wrote His Biography On Moses : An Analysis Of Ancient Compositional Practices And Their Implications On The Gospels, Esteban J. Hidalgo

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


The Consistency Of The Kingdom Of God Through Israel's Unconditional Covenants, Myungwoo Kim Dec 2022

The Consistency Of The Kingdom Of God Through Israel's Unconditional Covenants, Myungwoo Kim

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The Bible consistently presents one common theme: the kingdom of God. Biblical theology focuses on God’s faithfulness, wisdom, and purpose in the process of redemption. The Old Testament expresses the firm belief that God will surely fulfill His covenants and reign forever. The Old Testament prophets believed that the Messiah would come for judgment and salvation. They consistently prophesied the birth and reign of the Messiah, which connects the Old and New Testaments. There is a continuity between the Old and New Testaments. The promises made to Israel in the Old Testament will be fulfilled for Israel, not the church. …


Assessing The Views Of Haitian Evangelical Leaders Regarding Christ-Centered Preaching From The Old Testament, Stevenson Dorcélus-Cetoute Dec 2021

Assessing The Views Of Haitian Evangelical Leaders Regarding Christ-Centered Preaching From The Old Testament, Stevenson Dorcélus-Cetoute

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Preaching is an absolute necessity, great preaching more so to transform society and advance God’s kingdom. Great preaching is that what points to Christ in every text from Scripture New Testament as well as Old Testament. Based on Luke 24 and other fundamental texts this study shows preaching Christ from the Old Testament is warranted. The purpose of the study however was to find out the attitude of Haitian leaders/pastors/preachers regarding Christocentric preaching and also ascertain if they are willing to know more whatever their knowledge is currently on the issue. This quantitative study uses the survey method, and we …


All Things New : A Theological And Exegetical Study Of Ḥādāš With Special Emphasis On Isaiah 40-48, Deborah Lynn Endean Jan 2021

All Things New : A Theological And Exegetical Study Of Ḥādāš With Special Emphasis On Isaiah 40-48, Deborah Lynn Endean

ATS Dissertations

No abstract provided.


The Use Of Apologetics In The Book Of Isaiah, Daniel Robert Sloan May 2020

The Use Of Apologetics In The Book Of Isaiah, Daniel Robert Sloan

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Isaiah used apologetics in three distinct areas: Yahweh’s creation and sovereign control (Past), Yahweh’s divine intervention in delivering Judah (present) and Yahweh as the controller of the future (Immediate, Exilic, Messianic and eschatological) to argue that Yahweh was the one true God, unique and superior to all pagan deities, to both his contemporary audience and to future generations. In chapter one, the research questions are addressed, a literary review is presented, and the methodology of the dissertation is given. In chapter two, the dissertation addresses how the book of Isaiah argues apologetically that Yahweh is the Creator and therefore is …


Old Testament Election: God’S Exclusive Means Of Bringing About Global Redemption, Parker Williams Apr 2020

Old Testament Election: God’S Exclusive Means Of Bringing About Global Redemption, Parker Williams

Senior Honors Theses

This thesis will seek to explore the doctrine of election as it appears in the Old Testament. It will attempt to provide a robust, biblical conception of the doctrine, shedding light on its nature and purpose, viewing the Bible as a singular story of God’s redemptive work. It will consider and assess election as God’s act of divine prerogative—being at times individual but primarily corporate. While inherently partial, effort will be taken to defend the doctrine against common objections this partiality draws. Rather, it will be shown that as the means by which He initiated His gracious plan of salvation, …


Question 27 - Where Were The Old And New Testament Canonical Books Kept?, Harold Willmington Jan 2019

Question 27 - Where Were The Old And New Testament Canonical Books Kept?, Harold Willmington

101 Most Asked Questions

No abstract provided.


Questions 57 - How Did The New Testament Authors View The Writings Of The Old Testament?, Harold Willmington Jan 2019

Questions 57 - How Did The New Testament Authors View The Writings Of The Old Testament?, Harold Willmington

101 Most Asked Questions

No abstract provided.


Question 59 - How Did Jesus View The Writings Of The Old Testament?, Harold Willmington Jan 2019

Question 59 - How Did Jesus View The Writings Of The Old Testament?, Harold Willmington

101 Most Asked Questions

No abstract provided.


Question 56 - How Did The Old Testament Authors View Their Own Writings?, Harold Willmington Jan 2019

Question 56 - How Did The Old Testament Authors View Their Own Writings?, Harold Willmington

101 Most Asked Questions

No abstract provided.


100 Of The Most Important Or Well-Known Old Testament Events, Harold Willmington Dec 2018

100 Of The Most Important Or Well-Known Old Testament Events, Harold Willmington

100 Old Testament Events

No abstract provided.


A Biographical Study Of Belshazzar, Harold Willmington Oct 2018

A Biographical Study Of Belshazzar, Harold Willmington

Old Testament Biographies

No abstract provided.


A Biographical Study Of Leah, Harold Willmington Oct 2018

A Biographical Study Of Leah, Harold Willmington

Old Testament Biographies

No abstract provided.


A Biographical Study Of Naaman, Harold Willmington Oct 2018

A Biographical Study Of Naaman, Harold Willmington

Old Testament Biographies

No abstract provided.


A Biographical Study Of Moses, Harold Willmington Oct 2018

A Biographical Study Of Moses, Harold Willmington

Old Testament Biographies

No abstract provided.


A Biographical Study Of Methusela, Harold Willmington Oct 2018

A Biographical Study Of Methusela, Harold Willmington

Old Testament Biographies

No abstract provided.


A Biographical Study Of Joshua, Harold Willmington Oct 2018

A Biographical Study Of Joshua, Harold Willmington

Old Testament Biographies

No abstract provided.


A Biographical Study Of Jonathan, Harold Willmington Oct 2018

A Biographical Study Of Jonathan, Harold Willmington

Old Testament Biographies

No abstract provided.


A Biographical Study Of Josiah, Harold Willmington Oct 2018

A Biographical Study Of Josiah, Harold Willmington

Old Testament Biographies

No abstract provided.


A Biographical Study Of Jeremiah, Harold Willmington Oct 2018

A Biographical Study Of Jeremiah, Harold Willmington

Old Testament Biographies

No abstract provided.


A Biographical Study Of Barnabas, Harold Willmington Oct 2018

A Biographical Study Of Barnabas, Harold Willmington

New Testament Biographies

No abstract provided.


A Biographical Study Of Adam, Harold Willmington Oct 2018

A Biographical Study Of Adam, Harold Willmington

Old Testament Biographies

No abstract provided.