Israel is God’s covenant nation, uniquely chosen out of all the peoples of the earth to serve His redemptive purposes in history. This divine selection was not based on national merit or numerical strength but solely on God’s sovereign love and fidelity to the promises made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob (Deut 7:6-9). The Abrahamic covenant—unconditional and everlasting (Gen 17:7)—established Israel as the vehicle through which God would bless the world. Though Israel’s national history has been marked by cycles of rebellion and judgment, God’s covenantal commitment to them has never been nullified. Even in their present condition of unbelief, they remain “beloved for the sake of the fathers” (Rom 11:28).
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Overwhelmed by God’s Grace
Over the past year, I have experienced an increasing desire to study, write, and share the gospel like never before. It feels as though a fire has been lit within me—a passion that at times seems almost overwhelming. Though I thoroughly enjoy thinking deeply about all of Scripture and discussing its many doctrines, my passion for proclaiming the simple, saving message of the gospel has taken priority in my heart and mind. Alongside this, my desire to think and live according to love and grace has grown stronger, shaping not only my theology but also my daily walk.
The Good Man
I have a friend who is a good man. Like all Christians, he knows the evil in his heart and agrees with the apostle Paul, who said, “evil is present in me, the one who wants to do good” (Rom 7:21). Evil is always present in the heart, even the heart of the Christian. Part … Continue reading The Good Man