Month: February 2024

What Are Sheol & Hades? | Geerhardus Vos

Geerhardus Vos explores the meaning of Scripture’s use of the terms sheol and hades. Some argue these terms don’t refer to the place of suffering, but rather a subterranean dwelling place for all of the dead in common. Vos challenges this view, arguing that sheol/hades denotes either the place of destruction (i.e. Hell), or a general state (not place) of death. Believers find eternal blessing in Heaven, not sheol/hades. He emphasizes the need to consider context for accurate translation of these terms.… Read More What Are Sheol & Hades? | Geerhardus Vos

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Christ: The Intercessor of the Old Testament Church

James Durham demonstrates that Christ acted as Intercessor before His incarnation. He outlines the differences between Christ’s intercession in the Old and New Testaments, emphasizing the change in basis, relationship, manner, and impact. Old Testament saints had true consolation in Christ’s intercession for them in their life and death.… Read More Christ: The Intercessor of the Old Testament Church

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