In 1 Corinthians 10:4, Paul makes this statement: 'That Rock was Christ.'. He's speaking of the Rock that the children of Israel obtained water from in their journey to the Promised land, first mentioned in Exodus 16 and the second time in Numbers 20. He refers to this Rock as being a type of Christ.... Continue Reading →
Jesus Asleep in the Boat in Psalms 107:23-31
It was by chance only recently I was thinking on the passage in Mark 4 where Jesus calms the sea. While doing so, I came across a reference that was so incredibly similar, but it was not in another Gospel. It was all the way back in Psalms. As I read it, I realized it... Continue Reading →
The Meaning of the Number 5 – The Genesis Numbers
Welcome back to the Genesis numbers! Today we're going to have a look at the number and day 5. The commonly accepted meaning for Five is grace, which I believe is correct to a certain extent, though if you were to try finding why, all the places I read didn't explain why, in fact they... Continue Reading →
The Meaning of Two – Numbers in Genesis
Since writing about the meaning of the number one in the Bible, I've since learnt more about it that may prompt me to go back and write more. For now, as we have a look at the number two, an important thing to keep in mind is the primary meaning of the number one, self-existence.... Continue Reading →
God of the Storm
In Genesis 1:2, a short description is given to us of the earth before the days of creation begin. It's described as being without form and empty with darkness and deep waters. The original word for 'deep' which is used in the passage means 'abyss' and comes from another word meaning 'to make an uproar'.... Continue Reading →
The Spirit and the Water – Genesis 1:2
Genesis 1:2b And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. The first chapter of the Bible opens with simple language, but yet, it conveys so much. Let's consider today, not even a whole verse but just part of a verse from that chapter: Genesis 1:2b. In fact, we are not even... Continue Reading →
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