The Firstborn (Col 1:15)
Jesus is called "the firstborn." What does this term mean? Does it indicate that Jesus had a beginning?
Read MoreChrist as Monogenēs: Proper Translation and Theological Significance
Study of the use of the term Monogenēs as it applies to Christ.
Read MoreSanctified Guessing
For years I've been asked to address this question, but I have been reluctant to answer it. Why? The Scripture does not provide a clear answer. This means that whatever I say will border on speculation.
Read MoreChristianity’s Great Mystery – the Incarnation
In one of your columns you discussed the union of the human and the divine in Christ. Please tell me how the Adventist view of the Incarnation corresponds to that of other Christians?
Read MoreThe Lord’s Supper—A Commemoration
It is good to remember certain events that took place in the past, for instance, one’s childhood and family, one’s wedding, the birth of one’s children, and one’s baptism.
Read MoreIs Jesus God?
The first coming of Jesus posed a problem for those being confronted with Him. The question was: Who is this Jesus? Is He only human or is He also divine as He claimed? And, if so, how are we to understand God? Is God one, are there several Gods or do we find a plurality…
Read MoreIs Michael another name for Jesus?
The name Michael is used five times in the Bible to designate a celestial being (Dan. 10:13, 21; 12:1; Jude 9; Rev. 12:7). He is nowhere explicitly identified with Jesus, but some Christian writers have equated the two by carefully comparing the role played by Michael with that of Jesus.
Read MoreReflecting His Glory
It is a little difficult to explain the phrase you quoted without taking its context into consideration. Hebrews 1:1-3 functions as an introduction to the letter, and provides a powerful description of the role and nature of Christ. He is the final revelation of God, appointed by Him as heir of all things created (verses…
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