Decoding Romans Chapter 9 What is an Israelite Gentile? Paul’s Unanswered Questions: Did Paul See Jesus as God? A Deeper Dive into the Mystery of Israel and the Gentiles When it comes to the apostle Paul’s views on salvation, Israel, and the identity of Jesus, a series of complex theological questions arise. Did Paul believe […]

Decoding Romans Chapter 7 The Curse of the Law The Misinterpretation of Romans Chapter Seven: Unveiling Paul’s True Message For centuries, Christian theology has largely misunderstood Paul’s message in Romans chapter seven. The famous passage, where Paul expresses his internal struggle between doing what he does not wish to do and failing to do what […]

Decoding Romans Chapter 8 A New Interpretation That Challenges Tradition Introduction For centuries, Romans Chapter 8 has been a cornerstone of Christian doctrine, shaping theological discussions on salvation, the law, and the Spirit-led life. But what if our understanding of this chapter has been more influenced by tradition than by Paul’s original intent? Hidden within […]

Decoding Romans Chapter 6 Christians Under the Law Understanding Paul’s Teaching: Are We No Longer Under the Law? The Apostle Paul’s statement that we are “no longer under the law, but under grace” has sparked centuries of debate and misunderstanding within Christian theology. Modern interpretations often filter Paul’s words through a Greco-Roman, Western lens, leading […]

Decoding Romans Chapter 5 A Second Adam? Introduction What does it mean to have peace with God? What is the true meaning of shalom in its original Hebrew context? Did Paul believe in original sin—that people are born into sin? What role does the Law of God play in sin? These are just a few […]

Understanding the Three Types of Righteousness in the Bible Did you know that the Bible speaks of three different types of righteousness? Many Christians have only been taught about the righteousness of Christ, but neglecting the other two leads to misunderstandings of scripture and incorrect theological conclusions. As we continue studying Romans, particularly chapter four, […]

What are the works of the law? Introduction: The Divide Between Gentile and Jewish Believers In the opening chapters of Romans, Paul addresses the divide between Gentile and Jewish believers, challenging long-held assumptions about identity, law, and judgment. The apostle moves through these topics with a keen understanding of the first-century Jewish and Gentile mindsets, […]

Justified by the Law? Almost every pastor of every Christian denomination interprets Paul as speaking against the Law of God, suggesting it is irrelevant for Christians today. However, in Romans chapter 2, Paul clearly states that the only way to be justified and righteous before God is to be a doer of the Word. This […]

If you are a believer in the Messiah, then you are instructed to keep His Commandments if you love Him. 1 John 5:2-3 says: “By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and keep His commandments. For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments. […]

The Day of Atonement, also known as Yom Kippur, is one of the most sacred observances in the Bible, outlined in Leviticus 16 and Leviticus 23. It serves as a day of repentance, reflection, and seeking forgiveness for sins before God. Keeping this day is significant because it aligns believers with the biblical call to […]