Theology Thursday

From Israel to the Body: Today Bob presents the second of a series from his verse by verse study of chapter one of the book of Revelation.

 Today's Resource: The Book of Acts

Welcome to our study in the Book of The Acts of the Apostles. To summarize the book of Acts in one sentence: The Kingdom of Israel Fades as the Body of Christ Grows.

To say simply that Acts is the story of the beginning of the church is to give a half-truth, for first, God offers the Earthly Kingdom to Israel and when that nation rejects their own risen Messiah, then God cuts off Israel, and grafts in the Body of Christ, replacing the covenant of law with the covenant of Grace.

Who were the major Apostles?

Jesus chose the 12 Apostles, Peter, James, John and the rest, and as He promised them, they would sit on 12 thrones, and judge the 12 tribes of Israel.

On the other hand, for the Body, Paul is the one apostle for the one Body of Christ, and neither Paul, nor the Twelve Apostles, will rule over us, but Christ alone is the head of the body, whereas Israel, as a political entity, as a kingdom, can employ 12 judges.

The title of the Book, The Acts of the Apostles, could be focused more precisely. It could be the Acts of the Apostles, Peter and Paul. For most of the Twelve Apostles, Luke the author of this book, mentions only their names, and that, only once. Whereas Peter and Paul are the main actors.

In Acts 1 through 8, Peter is the primary actor and through Peter God offers the Kingdom to Israel.

In Acts 9, God saves Paul and sends him to the Gentiles and it is only through Paul’s ministry that God tells us about the Body of Christ and the dispensation of Grace.

As The Acts opens, it’s all Peter and then as God cuts off Israel and grafts in the Gentiles in the Body,
the story transitions and as Peter fades out, Paul replaces him as the primary actor.

The Book of Acts is the story of the transition from Israel to the Body of Christ. Get this entire verse by verse Bible study in four parts.

Acts: St Peter's Church Vol. 1

Acts: St Peter's Church Vol. 2

Acts: St Paul's Church Vol. 1

Acts: St Paul's Church Vol. 2

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* From Israel to the Body: Today Bob presents the first of a series from his verse-by-verse study of chapter one of the book of Revelation. Interestingly, Martin Luther writes in his Preface to the Acts of the Apostles, "This book might well be called, therefore, a commentary on the Epistles of St. Paul." With the first section of the book featuring Peter and not Paul, more correctly, the book documents the transition from Israel to the Body, law to grace, and from Peter to Paul. Still though, all of our intense criticisms of the reformer notwithstanding, in this case Luther wasn't far off. 

 Today's Resource: The Book of Acts

Welcome to our study in the Book of The Acts of the Apostles. To summarize the book of Acts in one sentence: The Kingdom of Israel Fades as the Body of Christ Grows.

To say simply that Acts is the story of the beginning of the church is to give a half-truth, for first, God offers the Earthly Kingdom to Israel and when that nation rejects their own risen Messiah, then God cuts off Israel, and grafts in the Body of Christ, replacing the covenant of law with the covenant of Grace.

Who were the major Apostles?

Jesus chose the 12 Apostles, Peter, James, John and the rest, and as He promised them, they would sit on 12 thrones, and judge the 12 tribes of Israel.

On the other hand, for the Body, Paul is the one apostle for the one Body of Christ, and neither Paul, nor the Twelve Apostles, will rule over us, but Christ alone is the head of the body, whereas Israel, as a political entity, as a kingdom, can employ 12 judges.

The title of the Book, The Acts of the Apostles, could be focused more precisely. It could be the Acts of the Apostles, Peter and Paul. For most of the Twelve Apostles, Luke the author of this book, mentions only their names, and that, only once. Whereas Peter and Paul are the main actors.

In Acts 1 through 8, Peter is the primary actor and through Peter God offers the Kingdom to Israel.

In Acts 9, God saves Paul and sends him to the Gentiles and it is only through Paul’s ministry that God tells us about the Body of Christ and the dispensation of Grace.

As The Acts opens, it’s all Peter and then as God cuts off Israel and grafts in the Gentiles in the Body,
the story transitions and as Peter fades out, Paul replaces him as the primary actor.

The Book of Acts is the story of the transition from Israel to the Body of Christ. Get this entire verse by verse Bible study in four parts.

Acts: St Peter's Church Vol. 1

Acts: St Peter's Church Vol. 2

Acts: St Paul's Church Vol. 1

Acts: St Paul's Church Vol. 2

 MP3-CD or MP3 download

John's Revelation: Today Bob presents the conclusion of a 3-part series from his verse by verse study of chapter one 1 of the book of Revelation.

 Today's Resource: The Book of Revelation

The Book of Revelation presents God's final warning toward those who will not follow Him. Often clouded in mystery, this book has eluded the understanding of millions and has been used as a pretext for many false prophets. Bob Enyart presents this conclusion of Scripture in light of the Bible?s overview. This clear method of study helps to cut through much of the confusion regarding Revelation.

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John's Revelation: Today Bob presents the second of a 3-part series from his verse by verse study of chapter one 1 of the book of Revelation.

 Today's Resource: The Book of Revelation

The Book of Revelation presents God"s final warning toward those who will not follow Him. Often clouded in mystery, this book has eluded the understanding of millions and has been used as a pretext for many false prophets. Bob Enyart presents this conclusion of Scripture in light of the Bible?s overview. This clear method of study helps to cut through much of the confusion regarding Revelation.

MP3-CD or MP3 download

John's Revelation: Today Bob presents the first of a 3-part series from his verse by verse study of chapter one 1 of the book of Revelation.

 Today's Resource: The Book of Revelation

The Book of Revelation presents God's final warning toward those who will not follow Him. Often clouded in mystery, this book has eluded the understanding of millions, and has been used as a pretext for many false prophets. Bob Enyart presents this conclusion of Scripture in light of the Bible?s overview. This clear method of study helps to cut through much of the confusion regarding Revelation.

MP3-CD or MP3 download

1 Thessalonians: Today Bob presents the conclusion of a 2-part series from his verse by verse study of chapters one 1 Thessalonians.

Today's Resource: 1 & 2 Thessalonians

Paul's letters to the Thessalonians tells of the future rapture of the Body of Christ and challenges Christians to be faithful while still here on earth. Bob's audio bible study of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians helps to make Paul's message more understandable. 1st and 2nd Thessalonians is now available on MP3-CD or MP3 download

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First Thessalonians: Today Bob presents the first of a 2-part series from his verse by verse study of chapters one 1 Thessalonians.

Today's Resource: 1 & 2 Thessalonians

Paul's letters to the Thessalonians tells of the future rapture of the Body of Christ and challenges Christians to be faithful while still here on earth. Bob's audio bible study of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians helps to make Paul's message more understandable. 1st and 2nd Thessalonians is now available on MP3-CD or MP3 download

1 Corinthians: Today Bob presents the conclusion of a 3-part series from his verse by verse study of chapters one 1 Corinthians.

Today's Resource: 1 Corinthians

Join Bob as you hear Paul demanding intolerance of sexual immorality within the church. Then ponder Paul's insistence that we judge all things, great and small. And for those who believe that Christians are no longer under the law, how do they explain Paul?s command to flee immorality? Then hear the surprises that come with the New Testament?s most thorough discussion of marriage and divorce, celibacy and intimacy. What caused Paul to give his converts hints on how to interact with Peter?s converts? Also, considering that the Jerusalem Council explicitly reinforced the Mosaic Law's prohibition on the eating of meat sacrificed to idols, why would Paul give permission to Christians to eat a meal in a restaurant located inside an idol's temple? Finally in this material, Paul instructs his converts to win those under law, if need be, by willingly submitting to the law. 

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1 Corinthians: Today Bob presents the second of a 3-part series from his verse by verse study of chapters one 1 Corinthians.

Today's Resource: 1 Corinthians

Join Bob as you hear Paul demanding intolerance of sexual immorality within the church. Then ponder Paul's insistence that we judge all things, great and small. And for those who believe that Christians are no longer under the law, how do they explain Paul?s command to flee immorality? Then hear the surprises that come with the New Testament?s most thorough discussion of marriage and divorce, celibacy and intimacy. What caused Paul to give his converts hints on how to interact with Peter?s converts? Also, considering that the Jerusalem Council explicitly reinforced the Mosaic Law's prohibition on the eating of meat sacrificed to idols, why would Paul give permission to Christians to eat a meal in a restaurant located inside an idol's temple? Finally in this material, Paul instructs his converts to win those under law, if need be, by willingly submitting to the law. 

Available on MP3 CD or MP3 download

1 Corinthians: Today Bob presents the first of a 3-part series from his verse by verse study of chapters one 1 Corinthians.

Today's Resource: 1 Corinthians

Join Bob as you hear Paul demanding intolerance of sexual immorality within the church. Then ponder Paul's insistence that we judge all things, great and small. And for those who believe that Christians are no longer under the law, how do they explain Paul?s command to flee immorality? Then hear the surprises that come with the New Testament?s most thorough discussion of marriage and divorce, celibacy and intimacy. What caused Paul to give his converts hints on how to interact with Peter?s converts? Also, considering that the Jerusalem Council explicitly reinforced the Mosaic Law's prohibition on the eating of meat sacrificed to idols, why would Paul give permission to Christians to eat a meal in a restaurant located inside an idol's temple? Finally in this material, Paul instructs his converts to win those under law, if need be, by willingly submitting to the law. 

Available on MP3 CD or MP3 download