Theology Blog

For those interested, I'm journaling my thoughts on another blog at http://bible08.blogspot.com/. This will focus more on theology as I explore different topics in detail. It will have more of a "note" design to it rather than a "paragraph" design like this page.

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Light in the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-7)

There are five Greek words in Matthew chapter 17 indicating light: Matthew 17:2 (shown, sun, white, light) and Matthew 17:5 (bright). This is a major theme in the New Testament, particularly in the book of John (John 1:5,John 3:19, John 8:12, John 12:35, John 12:46). What an amazing opportunity for Peter, James and John to to see Jesus in the brightness of his glory! We look forward to the same experience one day in heaven. Just remember that according to Jesus we can walk in his light TODAY by following his lead. SWC

John 8:12 (NLT)
I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.

Jesus is King!

The book of Matthew focuses on Jesus as King. Language, topics, Scripture quotations from the Old Testament all emphasize Jesus royalty. Keep this in mind as you read Matthew. In chapter two Matthew purposely presents us with a contrast of two kings. Herod is an earthly king, with an earthly, self centered focus. Herod will protect his position at all costs--and proves it by killing children! Jesus is a heavenly king, with a focus on bringing salvation to helpless people. Jesus will provide salvation for his subjects regardless of the cost--and proves this by dieing on the cross! Amazing! A ruler, a King who comes to serve! Let's be like our King. Scott

Mary

Consider how frustrated Mary must have been trying to communicate the virgin birth to her betrothal Joseph. And guess what? He didn't believe her. The days between Joseph discovering her pregnancy and his angelic visitor were certainly trying for Mary. I imagine she had multiple conversations with God that went something like this, "Please make Joseph understand!" God brought her through her trouble and he will do the same for us!

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