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What was wrong with knowing good and evil as per Gen 3:22?

What was wrong with knowing good and evil as per Gen 3:22?

Gen 3:22 – Then the LORD God said, “Behold, the man has become like
one of Us, knowing good and evil. And now, lest he reach out his
hand and take also from the tree of life, and eat, and live
forever…” See also Gen 2:17, 3:5.

God exp…

The Standing of the Pharisee and the Tax-Collector in the Temple

The Standing of the Pharisee and the Tax-Collector in the Temple

Abstract: In this parable (Luke 18:9–14) “stand” (ἵστημι, histēmi), in reference first to the Pharisee then the tax-collector, is usually interpreted literally. This bears out in commentaries, yet is also implied in common English translations. Argued…

A Simple Strategy for Getting Your Church to Tell Their Salvation Story

A Simple Strategy for Getting Your Church to Tell Their Salvation Story

More than one study has shown that few believers share the gospel with non-believers. Over the years as I have taught pastors, interviewed church members and staff, and worked with church consultations, I’ve recognized these obstacles to doing evang…

Nimi Wariboko, The Depth And Destiny Of Work An African Theological Interpretation (Trenton, NJ Africa World Press, 2008). Vii + 274 Pp. $29.95 Paper.

Nimi Wariboko, The Depth And Destiny Of Work  An African Theological Interpretation (Trenton, NJ  Africa World Press, 2008). Vii + 274 Pp. $29.95 Paper.

Book Reviews / Pneuma 33 (2011) 427-466 459 Nimi Wariboko, Te Depth and Destiny of Work: An African Teological Interpretation (Trenton, NJ: Africa World…

Nimi Wariboko, The Depth And Destiny Of Work An African Theological Interpretation (Trenton, NJ Africa World Press, 2008). Vii + 274 Pp. $29.95 Paper.

Nimi Wariboko, The Depth And Destiny Of Work  An African Theological Interpretation (Trenton, NJ  Africa World Press, 2008). Vii + 274 Pp. $29.95 Paper.

Book Reviews / Pneuma 33 (2011) 427-466 459 Nimi Wariboko, Te Depth and Destiny of Work: An African Teological Interpretation (Trenton, NJ: Africa World…

Would ἀγάπη in 1 Cor. 13 be better translated חֶסֶד in Hebrew translations rather than אַהֲבָה?

Would ἀγάπη in 1 Cor. 13 be better translated חֶסֶד in Hebrew translations rather than אַהֲבָה?

I hope we can tolerate a translation question into another language besides English, especially since some people here know Hebrew. It is even the 1st language for some here.
אַהֲבָה is the most common word for love in Hebrew, but it also…

Five Essential Sources for Sermon Illustrations and Why They Are Important

Five Essential Sources for Sermon Illustrations and Why They Are Important

Preaching is a grind I welcome every week. Expositing God’s Word is one of the toughest but most rewarding aspects of being a pastor. You can’t treat preaching like a sprint, rushing to get a response on Sundays. It’s more like a marathon, a paced lope in which long strides are made over time. Illustrations…

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