Neglecting to Meet Together: The Vital Role of the Church in Perseverance
Recently, I was scrolling through social media when I noticed someone holding up a book I have read, benefited from, and even distributed to others. What struck me about this social media post was that it claimed the author of the book had quietly apostatized from Christianity. I was not aware of this downfall, and although the author has not made any public statements regarding his deconstruction or apostasy, I suspect it is true...
The Author of Hebrews and the Means of Motivation
The author of Hebrews has been referred to as “an expert in rhetoric and style,” a fitting description considering the many rhetorical devices employed throughout the book.[1] Although it is far beyond the scope of this essay to examine the author’s entire rhetorical approach thoroughly, it is helpful to explore some of the techniques he employed in the third warning passage (5:11–6:12). The focus on his rhetorical approach in the...
From Apathy to Apostasy: The Danger of Dullness in Hearing God’s Word
by Daniel Mann Is it possible for genuine believers in Jesus Christ to fall away from Him and be eternally lost? Of course, this theological question has occupied scholars for centuries, and it is far too broad of a topic to be covered thoroughly in a brief essay. Nevertheless, the issue is vital for us to consider and deserves attention from all of God’s people. We may be tempted to view this subject as an abstract doctrine—one that...
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