Volume 31, No.4, Nov. 2020
Four Generations Illustrating God’s Plan
A study of Old Testament heroes is inspiring as we see their faith demonstrated in real life situations. Those described in Hebrews 11 remained true to God and the principles of righteousness in very difficult circumstances. When examining some of these examples, there is an interesting possibility in connection with the fathers of Israel. Their experiences may illustrate the plan of God. It is [...]
The Lesser Light to Rule the Night
“And God made two great lights; the greater light to rule the day, and the lesser light to rule the night” (Genesis 1:16). The Sun dominates our daytime sky. Without its warming rays, life could not exist on Earth. It produces energy that supports life through the process of photosynthesis. The Sun has been used by God as a symbol of the Gospel message, [...]
The Law as a “Schoolmaster”
“Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith” (Galatians 3:24). The Greek word translated “schoolmaster” is — παιδαγογός — paidagogos. This word occurs three times in the New Testament, Galatians 3:24, 25, and 1 Corinthians 4:15. Paul selected this word here because it beautifully describes the function of the Law to bring Israel to [...]