Category Archives: Theology

What Is the “Gospel”? The “Gospel” According to Luke, Part 2

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Jay F Guin

In this part, we’ll begin sorting through the “kingdom” passages in Luke, because Luke so often refers to the “good news of the kingdom.” Obviously, we can’t understand “good news” without understanding “kingdom.” And the goal isn’t so much to define … Continue reading →

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What Is the “Gospel”? The “Gospel” According to Luke, Part 1

Posted on June 6, 2009 by Jay F Guin

Luke is a monster of a book. It’s just chock full of challenging texts. And one of the truly challenging parts of Luke is his presentation of the “gospel.” John’s  birth announced “Good news” first appear when Gabriel announces the … Continue reading →

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What Is “Gospel”? Part 5

Posted on June 5, 2009 by Jay F Guin

“Gospel” is a big, big concept. And while it’s helpful, I hope, to work through the key “gospel” verses to understand the concept, this has hardly been a complete or thorough exposition. I mean, how can we consider “gospel” without … Continue reading →

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What Is “Gospel”? Part 4

Posted on June 4, 2009 by Jay F Guin

Phil 1 (Phil 1:27-28)  Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in … Continue reading →

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What Is “Gospel”? Part 3

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Jay F Guin

In parts 1 and 2 we considered the two primary New Testament texts defining “gospel” and the Old Testament texts that introduced the idea of gospel long before Jesus came. In this and the next part, we’ll work through most … Continue reading →

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What Is “Gospel”? Part 2

Posted on June 2, 2009 by Jay F Guin

Isaiah “Good news,” “good tidings,” or “gospel” is found in a handful of passages in Isaiah. The Jews in the First Century were well familiar with this “good news” and were anticipating the coming of the Messiah as the fulfillment … Continue reading →

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What is “Gospel”? Part 1

Posted on June 1, 2009 by Jay F Guin

Well, Todd Deaver suggested that I post something on the definition of “gospel.” It’s a good idea, because we so often misuse the term. For example, over at GraceConversation.com, Phil Sanders made the argument, Galatians 1:6-9 and 5:4 are sufficient to … Continue reading →

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The Blue Parakeet/Ed Stetzer: A Conversation About the Flood and Inerrancy

Posted on May 7, 2009 by Jay F Guin

The scene is a table in a smokey barbecue restaurant. An elder (Ed), a deacon (Dan), and the head of the adult Bible class program (Harry) are eating to discuss curriculum. Harry: I really appreciate you all joining me for lunch. … Continue reading →

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What Is Truth? “Truth” in Hebrews, James, and 1 & 2 Peter

Posted on April 26, 2009 by Jay F Guin

“Truth” in Hebrews (Heb 10:26-27)  If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left, 27 but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will … Continue reading →

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What Is Truth? “Truth” in Paul, Part 2

Posted on April 26, 2009 by Jay F Guin

“Truth” in 2 Thessalonians (2 Th 2:9-13)  The coming of the lawless one will be in accordance with the work of Satan displayed in all kinds of counterfeit miracles, signs and wonders, 10 and in every sort of evil that … Continue reading →

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