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Bill Withers: “Grandma’s Hands”

Posted on May 24, 2015 by Jay F Guin
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1 Corinthians 15:35-44 (How are the dead raised?)

Posted on May 24, 2015 by Jay F Guin

Paul next begins to deal with much more serious objections — the sort a Greek philosopher might ask — beginning with, “With what kind of [dead] body do they come?” After all, the ancients weren’t stupid. They knew that the body … Continue reading →

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How to Study the Bible: Restoration Movement materials

Posted on May 23, 2015 by Jay F Guin

I’ve had readers ask me for recommendations on books regarding Restoration Movement issues. For those of us who grew in the Churches of Christ, it’s helpful to know some of the books and authors that address the issues that are … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians 15:29-34 (Baptism for the dead; Eat, drink & be merry)

Posted on May 22, 2015 by Jay F Guin

We now come to one of the most puzzling passages in all of scripture — (1Co 15:29 ESV) 29 Otherwise, what do people mean by being baptized on behalf of the dead? If the dead are not raised at all, … Continue reading →

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How to Study the Bible: Authors

Posted on May 21, 2015 by Jay F Guin

Where to begin? Let’s see … Most Christians don’t buy commentary series, theological encyclopedias, Greek lexicons, or the like. Most people buy individual books on topics that interest them. And most people buy more based on author than topic (which … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians 15:27-28 (that God may be all in all)

Posted on May 20, 2015 by Jay F Guin

Paul next builds on his explanation of Psalm 8 — (1Co 15:27-28 ESV) 27 For “God has put all things in subjection under his feet.” But when it says, “all things are put in subjection,” it is plain that he is … Continue reading →

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How to Study the Bible: Study Bibles

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Jay F Guin

I think anyone new to Bible study should own a good study Bible. A “study Bible” is simply a Bible with a whole bunch of study aids added. Typically, they’ll contain introductions to each Bible book giving some background and purpose … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians 15:26 (The last enemy to be destroyed is death)

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Jay F Guin

We at last come to one of Paul’s “greatest hits” quotations, one we need to ponder for a while. (1Co 15:26 ESV) 26 The last enemy to be destroyed is death. This passage has to remind us of — (Gen … Continue reading →

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How to Study the Bible: Picking a Bible

Posted on May 17, 2015 by Jay F Guin

Translation I was weaned on the KJV. In college, the NIV and NASB came out, and the NIV quickly took over the Church of Christ market. I now use the ESV almost exclusively. Here’s why — * The KJV and … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians 14:33b-37 (From the comments: Slaves who are elders)

Posted on May 16, 2015 by Jay F Guin

Continuing to post material from the comments for the benefit of readers who subscribe only to the main posts. Reader John F posted a comment asking for support for my earlier statement that in early Christianity some elders were slaves … Continue reading →

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