Michael Nekora
Atonement: Leviticus Chapter 9 vs. Chapter 16
Bible Students have long appreciated the Plan of God as it is illustrated in the Tabernacle arrangement of the ancient Israelites. This Tabernacle or tent had two compartments containing articles of gold. It was placed in a courtyard surrounded by a high white curtain. The Tabernacle's construction details are recorded in the book of Exodus. A structure alone benefits no one. There must also [...]
Jephthah’s Daughter
The story of Jephthah in Judges 11 is quite peculiar. How are we to excuse an army captain who heartlessly offers his daughter in exchange for victory in a war against the Amorites? The account begins in Judges 11, verse 30: “And Jephthah vowed a vow unto the Lord and said, If thou shalt without fail deliver the children of Ammon into mine hands, [...]
Two Views of Atonement
"And this shall be a statute forever unto you; in the 10th day of the 7th month ... to make an atonement for the children of Israel for all their sins once a year" (Leviticus 16:29,34). The Hebrew word rendered "atonement" means "to cover." Strong says it appears in various forms including the words cleanse, disannul, forgive, be merciful, pardon, purge, reconcile. It is [...]
The Transfiguration
In Luke 9:27 Jesus said something remarkable: “But I tell you of a truth there be some standing here which shall not taste of death till they see the kingdom of God” Although the account doesn't state it directly, it appears this was fulfilled about a week later when Peter, James, and John saw a remarkable vision. That vision was described by Matthew, Mark, [...]