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Michael Heiser
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When, How and Why was Jesus “Begotten”: Heb 1:5-9
Does Hebrews 1:5 teach Jesus was created? No. This in-depth explanation shows “begotten” and “firstborn” refer to enthronement, inheritance, and the Son’s…
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How This Word in Hebrews 1:3 Identifies Jesus as Eternal Wisdom
Hebrews 1:3 calls Jesus the “radiance” of God’s glory using a rare Greek word drawn from Jewish Wisdom theology. This article explains…
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In These Last Days He Has Spoken by “A Son”: What Hebrews 1:2 Really Emphasizes
Hebrews 1:2 says God spoke “by a Son.” The Greek lacks the definite article. See how this highlights Christ’s supremacy over all…
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Understanding The Divine Council, and the “Sons of God”
What is the divine council in the Bible? This article explains the “sons of God,” elohim, and how scholar Michael S. Heiser…
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How Second Temple Judaism Understood Genesis 6 Rebellion and “Sons of God”?
How did Second Temple Jews understand Genesis 6? This article explains why the “sons of God” were seen as divine beings and…
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Who Are the “Sons of God” in Genesis 6?
What did Genesis 6 really mean by “sons of God”? Bible scholar Michael S. Heiser explains why the passage refers to rebellious…
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Does Acts 22:16 Teach That Baptism Washes Away Sins?
Acts 22:16 is often misunderstood. Discover what the Greek grammar reveals about baptism, faith, and forgiveness — and why calling on Jesus’…
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Baptism and Circumcision: What’s the Connection?
Discover the true connection between baptism and circumcision. Learn what both mean — and don’t mean — about salvation, covenant, and faith.
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Baptism and Spiritual Warfare: Understanding 1 Peter 3:14–22
Discover how 1 Peter 3:14–22 connects Noah, the Watchers of Genesis 6, 1 Enoch, and baptism. Learn why baptism is a pledge…