As Moses prepares the people to enter the Promised Land, he has them (1) write the words of the law on a massive white altar, and (2) split into two groups and stand on opposing mountains as they are told of blessings for doing good and curses for disobedience.
Hebrews chapter 8 focuses on a theme of the book - that Jesus and the new covenant are better than animal sacrifices and the old covenant. The conclusion is that the old covenant no longer remains for Christians to follow. Part of a series on the book of Hebrews.
Luke was not an apostle and likely was a Gentile who was converted after the death of Jesus. Yet his zeal led him to compile the longest of the four gospels. What can we learn from Luke's approach? Part of a series on fundamental concepts in the Bible.
In chapter 7, the author makes a fascinating comparison between Jesus and an obscure Bible character named Melchizedek. He illustrates how Jesus could fulfill the prophecies of being a king and priest, which would seem to be impossible, since Jewish priests and kings were descended from different tribes. Part of a series on the book of Hebrews.
Chapter 1 of the gospel of John contains one of the most amazing descriptions of Jesus. It is profound and begs a close examination. Part of a series on fundamental concepts in the Bible.
The faith of Abraham, who trusted in God's promise that he would be "a father of many nations," despite being nearly 100 years old with no children.