Bible Lens

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God the Preserver of Man 

God’s nearness is assured by His frequent guarantee “I am with you.”

God the Only Cause and Creator 

By New Testament times, redemption had deepened in meaning to denote salvation from sin and death through Christ Jesus, the Redeemer of mankind. 
Even in the midst of devastation, God promises complete restoration. 
Beginning is translated from the Greek noun arkhē, signifying principle as well as origin.

Soul and Body 

Just as “living water” refers to the fresh water that sustains life in the desert, “living God” represents the divine source of life.

Mortals and Immortals 

By voicing aloud his gratitude to God, Jesus publicly proclaims his relation to God and confirms divine power before healing is evident.

Adam and Fallen Man 

God’s name represents His character, being, and presence.

Everlasting Punishment 

Jonah’s prayer affirms God’s power and willingness to deliver.

Probation After Death 

Jesus’ multiple appearances after his resurrection leave no doubt that he has risen.

Doctrine of Atonement 

Boldness and confidence, not timidity or hesitance, characterize Christian practice.

Are Sin, Disease, and Death Real? 

Jesus’ advent is undeniable proof of God’s love for humanity. 

Unreality 

To seek the kingdom of God is to desire His goodness and righteousness; to seek it first is to place it above everything else in esteem and priority.