by first-presbyterian-church-kannapolis-781 | Mar 21, 2022 | Uncategorized
Introduction of the Gospel of Matthew Author and Date of the Gospel of Matthew The Gospel of Matthew is anonymous but probably written by Matthew, also called Levi, who was a former tax collector transformed into an apostle by his encounter and relationship with...
by first-presbyterian-church-kannapolis-781 | Mar 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Author and Name The human authorship of Numbers, the fourth book of the Pentateuch, has traditionally been ascribed to Moses. This conclusion is based on statements concerning Moses’ writing activity and the assumption that the first five books of the Bible, the...
by first-presbyterian-church-kannapolis-781 | Feb 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
The two primary spiritual disciplines for spiritual growth are Bible reading and prayer. Many Christians practice these disciplines but separate them. We read the Bible, put the reading away, and then pray. Of course, there is nothing wrong with this. But I suggest...
by first-presbyterian-church-kannapolis-781 | Feb 25, 2022 | Uncategorized
We briefly interrupt the storyline of the OT narrative with a refreshing reminder of the One who is at the heart of God’s story. The NT book of Colossians reveals that Jesus Christ, who is the fulfillment of the Scriptures, our glorious Savior is the Head of His...
by first-presbyterian-church-kannapolis-781 | Feb 22, 2022 | Uncategorized
The closing lines of Exodus 40 tie together several important themes already introduced and anticipates several others. Here the construction of the tabernacle is complete, along with the vestments and accoutrements for priestly service. “Then the cloud covered the...
