Month: January 2020

We close out our study of God by looking at substitutionary atonement.We put the pieces together via the following points:The gospel harmonizes all attributes of God.The gospel is intrinsically trinitarian.The gospel requires the incarnation.The gospel is based on substitution.Fair warning: you will see some more emotion pour out of me than has been expressed so far.*****Like what you hear? Donate to Truthspresso and give a shot of support!*****

Continuing with Hebrews chapter 2, and springboarding from the last discussion about angels and humans, we examine closely the humanity of the Son and how He lowered Himself.Many who call themselves “Christians” claim that Jesus was only human. We look deeply at the arguments from Hebrews chapter 2 to see that the emphasis on humanity only shows us why Jesus has to be more than only a human.We see words and phrases that clearly show that humanity was a voluntary means to accomplish the goal of redemption. He wasn’t created human by His Lord. He choose to take on humanity.Scriptures examined:Hebrews 2:5-18Other Scriptures referenced:Psalm 8:4-6Psalm 144:3Job 7:17-18Acts 2Hebrews 1:4-6John 10:18*****Like what you hear? Donate to Truthspresso and give a shot

This episode takes a look at how angels are different from humans (as if there were any doubt). But this episode truly continues the series on understanding God, Jesus, incarnation, and redemption.While reading Hebrews chapters 1 and 2 to focus on the incarnation of the Son, I noticed that the role of angels kept coming up. Then, the idea of this episode was born.We notice three main negative points about how angels compare to humans:Angels are not created “in the image of God.”Angels are not given dominion.Angels are not offered redemption.I hope this episode encourages you to see God’s love in redemption for you as your value and privilege exceeds even the glory of the angels.*****Like what you hear? Donate

The theology of Christmas is not over at Truthspresso! We continue to look at Jesus Christ as He is described in the Bible.We look at Philippians 2:3-7 to see how the mind of Christ to be humble helps us understand the incarnation. We take a deep dive into verses 6 and 7 and parse words and phrases with a fine-toothed comb.Letting humility guide us in understanding some Greek, we conclude that this beautiful passage of Scripture cannot be stronger in teaching that Jesus is the one person of the Son of God with two natures–divine and human.*****Like what you hear? Donate to Truthspresso and give a shot of support!*****