The Sins of the Forefathers
In ancient times most cultures assumed that children will suffer for the sins of their parents. That notion of the Generational Curse was abolished by Moses.
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At the base of the Altar
In sin offerings, some of the blood was smeared on the horns of the altar. The rest of the blood was poured at the base of the altar. Why the base of the altar?
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Cannibalism among God’s People
If God’s people break the covenant, they will eventually spiral downward to cannibalism. They will eat their own children. This is an outcome of their own sin.
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A miraculous Fire consumes the Sacrifice
At special moments in biblical history, a miraculous fire appears and consumes a sacrifice. This indicates God’s acceptance. Plus it must have been spectacular!
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Taking a Census
To take a census is to count the people. Moses, king David, and king Jehoash all took censuses, with greatly varying results.
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You hypocrites!
The Lord Jesus does not mince words. He uses the term “hypocrite” to address his opponents directly.
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The Unforgivable Sin – Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit
The Lord Jesus says whoever commits blasphemy against the Holy Spirit will never be forgiven. What is this Unforgivable Sin, and how can we avoid doing it?
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Neither do I condemn you
Today’s Christian leaders could learn from the Lord Jesus. Unlike them, Jesus did not condemn sinners.
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The Word became Flesh and Dwelt among us
The Word of God leapt down from the realm of eternity. He became human and pitched his tent among us. He lived among us here on the earth.
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Christ died to sin once for all
Some Christians imagine the Lord Jesus Christ is always on the cross, always being crucified. However, he died for sin once. It was once for all.