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Daily Thought for: 18th November
PAUL: THE THEOLOGIAN
Romans 1. 11; 1 Corinthians 2. 6-7; Ephesians 3. 3-4
Today we are considering the great theological ability which God gave him
to help and instruct others.
Paul and the Godhead. Paul believed and taught the trinity of three divine
Persons. The three mentions in the New Testament of the word Godhead come
from him; they are Acts 17. 29; Rom. 1. 20; Col. 2. 9. He gives clear reference
to the divine attributes, applied to each of the Trinity. Against the Arian
error there is a clear exposition of the deity of Christ and against the
Docetist, of true humanity of Christ. A careful consideration of the Morphe
of Philippians chapter 2, the Eikon of Colossians chapter 1 and the Character
of Hebrews chapter 1 (allowing that Paul was the author) in their respective
contexts will show the theological skill with which he exposed such errors.
Sin and Law. He gives an explanation of the nature of sin, and the present
position, power and application of the Law. Also, when and how sin came,
its effect and ultimate judgement. Sin, iniquity and transgression are
defined and whilst all of the above are shown objectively, the apostle
also deals with them subjectively relating them to the ongoing life of
the Christian.
The Gospel. A full exposition of the doctrine of the gospel is found in
the epistles of Paul. The fundamentals of Redemption, Atonement, Justification,
Sanctification, Election, Adoption and Glorification are clearly set forth
in context, as is the mystery of the church which is His body.
The Holy Spirit. Much truth regarding the Spirit’s Person and work is found
in Paul’s letters. He writes of the Spirit being the ‘anointing’, ‘seal’
and ‘earnest’ within the believer, each having a threefold reference. The
‘baptism’ in the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost, is clearly explained
by him.
Practical Evidences of his Theology. God had gifted him to be a teacher.
His first public service was at Antioch where they ‘taught much people’,
Acts 11. 26. Later, when ‘certain men came down from Judaea’ and taught
wrong doctrine, Paul and Barnabas disputed with them, and later convinced
those at Jerusalem of the unsoundness of their teaching. His letters to
young assemblies were to establish them.
Daily Thought for: 18th November
PAUL: THE THEOLOGIAN
Romans 1. 11; 1 Corinthians 2. 6-7; Ephesians 3. 3-4
Today we are considering the great theological ability which God gave him
to help and instruct others.
Paul and the Godhead. Paul believed and taught the trinity of three divine
Persons. The three mentions in the New Testament of the word Godhead come
from him; they are Acts 17. 29; Rom. 1. 20; Col. 2. 9. He gives clear reference
to the divine attributes, applied to each of the Trinity. Against the Arian
error there is a clear exposition of the deity of Christ and against the
Docetist, of true humanity of Christ. A careful consideration of the Morphe
of Philippians chapter 2, the Eikon of Colossians chapter 1 and the Character
of Hebrews chapter 1 (allowing that Paul was the author) in their respective
contexts will show the theological skill with which he exposed such errors.
Sin and Law. He gives an explanation of the nature of sin, and the present
position, power and application of the Law. Also, when and how sin came,
its effect and ultimate judgement. Sin, iniquity and transgression are
defined and whilst all of the above are shown objectively, the apostle
also deals with them subjectively relating them to the ongoing life of
the Christian.
The Gospel. A full exposition of the doctrine of the gospel is found in
the epistles of Paul. The fundamentals of Redemption, Atonement, Justification,
Sanctification, Election, Adoption and Glorification are clearly set forth
in context, as is the mystery of the church which is His body.
The Holy Spirit. Much truth regarding the Spirit’s Person and work is found
in Paul’s letters. He writes of the Spirit being the ‘anointing’, ‘seal’
and ‘earnest’ within the believer, each having a threefold reference. The
‘baptism’ in the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost, is clearly explained
by him.
Practical Evidences of his Theology. God had gifted him to be a teacher.
His first public service was at Antioch where they ‘taught much people’,
Acts 11. 26. Later, when ‘certain men came down from Judaea’ and taught
wrong doctrine, Paul and Barnabas disputed with them, and later convinced
those at Jerusalem of the unsoundness of their teaching. His letters to
young assemblies were to establish them.
Daily Thought for: 18th November
PAUL: THE THEOLOGIAN
Romans 1. 11; 1 Corinthians 2. 6-7; Ephesians 3. 3-4
Today we are considering the great theological ability which God gave him
to help and instruct others.
Paul and the Godhead. Paul believed and taught the trinity of three divine
Persons. The three mentions in the New Testament of the word Godhead come
from him; they are Acts 17. 29; Rom. 1. 20; Col. 2. 9. He gives clear reference
to the divine attributes, applied to each of the Trinity. Against the Arian
error there is a clear exposition of the deity of Christ and against the
Docetist, of true humanity of Christ. A careful consideration of the Morphe
of Philippians chapter 2, the Eikon of Colossians chapter 1 and the Character
of Hebrews chapter 1 (allowing that Paul was the author) in their respective
contexts will show the theological skill with which he exposed such errors.
Sin and Law. He gives an explanation of the nature of sin, and the present
position, power and application of the Law. Also, when and how sin came,
its effect and ultimate judgement. Sin, iniquity and transgression are
defined and whilst all of the above are shown objectively, the apostle
also deals with them subjectively relating them to the ongoing life of
the Christian.
The Gospel. A full exposition of the doctrine of the gospel is found in
the epistles of Paul. The fundamentals of Redemption, Atonement, Justification,
Sanctification, Election, Adoption and Glorification are clearly set forth
in context, as is the mystery of the church which is His body.
The Holy Spirit. Much truth regarding the Spirit’s Person and work is found
in Paul’s letters. He writes of the Spirit being the ‘anointing’, ‘seal’
and ‘earnest’ within the believer, each having a threefold reference. The
‘baptism’ in the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost, is clearly explained
by him.
Practical Evidences of his Theology. God had gifted him to be a teacher.
His first public service was at Antioch where they ‘taught much people’,
Acts 11. 26. Later, when ‘certain men came down from Judaea’ and taught
wrong doctrine, Paul and Barnabas disputed with them, and later convinced
those at Jerusalem of the unsoundness of their teaching. His letters to
young assemblies were to establish them.
