Note: underlined references are links to the BibleTrack notes on that particular passage. There is a vivid picture of the security of the Believer found in Paul’s epistles where he compares our salvation to the Old Testament principle of a security deposit. Notice the following passages from Paul’s writings: II Corinthians 1:21-22 Now he which stablisheth us with you in … Read More
A glossary of words and people in the subtitles of Psalms
The following unfamiliar names, words and terms appear in the subtitles of some of the Psalms. The definitions are taken from Easton’s Bible Dictionary. Aijeleth Shahar: hind of the dawn, a name found in the title of Ps. 22. It is probably the name of some song or tune to the measure of which the psalm was to be chanted. … Read More
Important Salvation Words in Romans
In order to properly understand the concept of salvation by grace, it is important to understand some of the vocabulary used in Paul’s writings to explain the process. Following are these important words along with their precise definitions: Grace The Greek noun for “grace” is “χάρις” (charis). It is used 130 times in the New Testament and literally means “extended … Read More
The Ten Commandments
It should be noted that New Testament Believers are neither saved by keeping The Ten Commandments, nor does compliance after salvation serve in any way to keep one in a state of grace. Ephesians 2:8-9 says, “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any … Read More
Hezekiah’s Tunnel
One of the remarkable stories of the Old Testament is the deliverance of Jerusalem from the Assyrian siege in 701 B.C. Assyria had conquered all the surround territory, including all of the Northern Kingdom of Israel and even Judah. But they had not conquered Jerusalem. Sennacherib surrounded the city and tried to starve them out, but it did not work. … Read More
Figs in Israel
It has been suggested by Bible skeptics that Jesus was unreasonable to expect figs on a tree in March as seen beginning in Matthew 21:12 and Mark 11:11 (see notes). In these parallel passages, we are told that the tree cursed by Jesus had leaves, but no figs. You will find a myriad of theories from Bible commentators explaining this … Read More
The Tabernacle and Ark of the Covenant
The components of the tabernacle were made in seven months. On the first day of the first month of the second year after the Exodus, it was formally set up, and the cloud of God’s presence descended upon it in Exodus 40 (see notes). At that time the ark of the covenant was placed inside in the Holy of Holies. … Read More
The Levitical Sacrifices
Instructions to the People (1:1-6:7) The Burnt Offering (1:1-17) The purpose of this offering was to draw a person closer to God (atonement). It was sometimes offered as a corporate sacrifice and sometimes as an individual sacrifice. Offered before the Law of Moses by Noah, Abraham and others The last offering of the day Burned throughout the night Occasions for … Read More
Trials of Jesus
See the notes on the following passage by clicking on the links provided. # Before Whom Time Reference Accusation Results 1 Jews: Annas, ex-high priest of Jews 2:00 AM John 18:13, 23 Not specific “Guilty” of irreverence. Taken to Caiaphas. 2 Jews: Caiaphas, current high priest, and members of Sanhedrin 3:30 AM Matthew 26:56-68; Mark 14:53-65; John 18:13-24 Blasphemy on … Read More
The Making of a Tabernacle
The Contribution to the Tabernacle Exodus 25:1-9 Exodus 35:4-29 The Contribution to the Tabernacle Exodus 25:1-9 Exodus 35:4-29