Joshua Steele · June 29, 2013
Jacob, the third of the great patriarchs, seemed an unlikely candidate to carry on the Abrahamic covenant, and yet his life demonstrated a personal relationship with God and a genuine walk of faith. Many aspects of Jacob’s life parallel that of Christ, but perhaps most significant is his inheritance.
Joshua Steele · June 22, 2013
After repeatedly promising Abraham that he would become a great nation, God fulfilled His word by giving Abraham a miracle son: Isaac. Given this background, one can only imagine the shock Abraham must have experienced when God commanded him to offer Isaac as a sacrifice. Not only was human sacrifice inconsistent with God’s previous commands regarding the sanctity of life, but this new directive seemed a contradiction of His promise to make Abraham the head of a great nation. How could there ever be such a nation if God’s promised child, Isaac, was to die?
Joshua Steele · June 15, 2013
Historically, men have sought God’s favor through their works. While this pursuit is theoretically legitimate, it is always found inadequate due to the presence of sin. Although righteous works are indeed pleasing to God, they cannot undo evil works.
Joshua Steele · June 8, 2013
Noah lived in an era of wickedness so terrible that it caused God to regret His creation of the human race. Yet in the midst of this universal debauchery, Noah was found to be righteous.
Joshua Steele · June 1, 2013
Abel’s offering of a lamb in Genesis 4 clearly represents the payment God requires to atone for (that is, cover) sin. Only innocent blood possesses the judicial power to effectively remove sin. (See Leviticus 17:11, Hebrews 9:22)
Joshua Steele · May 25, 2013
Genesis introduces many significant characters, but seven individuals in particular clearly illustrate the Gospel message in story form. These men–Adam, Abel, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Joseph–are Genesis’ Seven Pillars. Their stories constitute the bulk of the Genesis narrative, each one presenting a different aspect of the Gospel and revealing God’s plan for the salvation of the world.
Joshua Steele · May 23, 2013
The May/June issue of our newsletter, Overseas Field Report, is now available. In this issue, we’ll give you the very latest on our preparations for CMO 2013, including an interesting look at the importance of numbers in evangelism. Also in this issue, meet the guys who are coming for CMO this year, and learn how you can stay connected with our team throughout the project.
Joshua Steele · April 13, 2013
The March/April issue of our newsletter, Overseas Field Report, is now available. In this issue, we’ll bring you up to date on the latest progress with our Bible First ministry. Also included are reports about CMO 2013, our registration process, and the new Pysannya video ministry.