Canonical context: reading each passage within the whole Bible: A Step-by-Step Guide
This passage shows how Jesus links His resurrection to fulfilled prophecy and the global mission of redemption.
What is sensus plenior or fuller meaning in Scripture: A Step-by-Step Guide
This passage connects Jesus' miraculous birth to an ancient prophecy, showing God's plan unfolding through history.
How New Testament authors use the Old Testament: A Step-by-Step Guide
Matthew 2:15 shows how the prophecy about Israel calling out of Egypt came true in the life of Jesus.
Preaching Christ from the Old Testament without forced connections: A Step-by-Step Guide
This passage explains how Jesus fulfilled Old Testament prophecies and commissioned his followers to spread the gospel.
How the biblical canon was recognized: A Biblical Guide
Luke 24:44 records Jesus explaining how all Scripture points to him after his resurrection.
Metanoia: repentance as a changed mind and direction: A Biblical Guide
Mark 1:15 records Jesus declaring that the time is fulfilled, and God's Kingdom is at hand. This passage marks a pivotal moment in His ministry.
Infallibility and whether Scripture can fail: A Biblical Guide
Matthew 5:18 emphasizes that not even one smallest letter or pen stroke will pass away from the law.
Preaching Old Testament law through the gospel: A Step-by-Step Guide
In Matthew 5:17, Jesus clarifies his mission to fulfill the law rather than abolish it.
Preaching a biblical narrative without turning it into a moral tale: A Step-by-Step Guide
In Luke 24:27, Jesus explains the scriptures from Moses and the prophets during his journey with two disciples on the road to Emmaus.