The Story of Scripture
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The Story of Scripture Part 7: A King Like David
When people witnessed Jesus heal a demon-possessed man who was blind and mute, their immediate response was to question whether he was the Messiah, the expected “Son of David” (Matt 12:23). Their question revealed the hopeful expectation first century Israel had of the coming Messiah. The title “Son of David” was not only a genealogical…
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The Story of Scripture Part 6: “These Things are Written for You”
The Relevance of the Old Testament Understanding the relationship between the two testaments of the Bible is essential, yet the relevance of the Old Testament can be difficult to grasp, especially when distinctions are drawn between it and the New Testament. Many have come to neglect the Old Testament, dismissing it as stories for Sunday…
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The Story of Scripture Part 5: The Feasts of Israel
The Feasts of Israel and the Messiah The seven feasts of Israel, given by God to Moses, are a significant and often misunderstood part of the Old Testament. They remembered past events, and pointed to the future, foreshadowing events to be fulfilled in the person and work of the Messiah. One thing to understand is…
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The Story of Scripture Part 4: A Prophet Like Moses
A Prophet Like Moses The Old Testament unfolds God’s redemptive plan through progressive revelation. This revelation is largely brought about through the covenants, in which He establishes certain promises and certain boundaries within which He will act, and within which we are to remain. While each major covenant is a distinct agreement with its own…
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The Story of Scripture Part 2: “I Will Make You a Great Nation”
The Centrality of a Nation To understand the narrative of Scripture is to understand the story of a people. From the early chapters of Genesis to the final pages of Revelation, the redemptive plan of God unfolds in real time, on a geographical stage, through a chosen lineage. That lineage is the nation of Israel.…
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The Story of Scripture Part 1: Introducing the Narrative
The Christian gospel centers on Jesus Christ, who addresses the problem of sin—the fundamental rebellion against God. Understanding this necessity reveals humanity’s broken relationship with the Creator. This narrative underscores that salvation is essential due to sin, highlighting Christ’s role as the savior in restoring righteousness and reconciling believers with God.
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