Each month, we will be highlighting a particular theological topic here at the BLB blog. This month, we are highlighting the topic of soteriology—the doctrine of salvation through Jesus Christ. The Bible says a person becomes a Christian when he places his faith in Jesus Christ. This is known as being saved or born again. […]
Fullness in Christ
The following has been adapted from the devotionals of F.E. Marsh, a new resource coming soon to the Blue Letter Bible! When Christ gave His disciples a draught of fishes He gave them such a supply that the boats were filled (Luke 5:6-7). Christ never gives with a miserly hand; there is sure to be a surplus when […]
How has the BLB impacted your life?
The BLB website reaches 1 million users each month. That is a huge encouragement to our small team! We love hearing about the fruits of our labor and seeing how God is using this ministry to bless millions. We often hear encouraging stories about how God is using the BLB to impact the lives of […]
Reformation Resources and Interview
The preservation of the gospel of Christ is always worth celebrating, now as in any era. In 1517, one such notable defense was carried out by Martin Luther as he strove to return the church to purity of faith in the midst of growing corruption. His challenge to draw the church from the interference of […]
Emphatic Negations in Hebrews 6 (Part 4)
Other posts in this series: Part 1: three verbs that describe someone who has encountered Jesus Christ Part 2: comparing Hebrews 6 with Luke 8 (the parable of the four soils) Part 3: Who is the third soil? —– Finally, let’s discuss the believers of the fourth soil. They are those who press on in […]
How Are You Using the BLB?
We’re going to try something new at the blog today. The Blue Letter Bible hosts a range of study material designed to aid your research into the meaning and purpose of the scriptures. From text commentaries to audio sermons to charts, outlines, images, and maps—our goal has always been to offer you fresh avenues to […]
The Strength of the Lord
The following has been adapted from the devotionals of F.E. Marsh, a new resource coming soon to the Blue Letter Bible! The Lord gives at least a sevenfold strengthening to His people as they trust Him. The strength of His grace to empower. “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect […]
God's Sufficiency Is for Godly Living
The following is adapted from Bob Hoestra’s class Living By God’s Sufficiency, available free at the Blue Letter Bible Institute (www.blbi.org). Previous posts in this series: Series Introduction The New Covenant: What Is It? The New Covenant Promised to Israel Eventually The New Covenant for the Church Today The New Covenant Provided by the Blood […]
The New Covenant Provided by the Blood of Christ
The following is adapted from Bob Hoestra’s class Living By God’s Sufficiency, available free at the Blue Letter Bible Institute (www.blbi.org). Previous posts in this series: Series Introduction The New Covenant: What Is It? The New Covenant Promised to Israel Eventually The New Covenant for the Church Today — Here is the third provision of […]
Emphatic Negations in Hebrews 6 (Part 3)
Other posts in this series: Part 1: three verbs that describe someone who has encountered Jesus Christ Part 2: comparing Hebrews 6 with Luke 8 —– In last week’s post, we discussed the first two types of soil in Luke 8. Today, we will discuss the third. Who is the “third soil”? The third soil […]