Warren Nozaki Apologetics, Bible, Christ, God, Holy Spirit, Theology

The Son of God battles Satan in the Desert: Jesus’ Temptation

Temptation of Christ-Julius Schnorr von Karolsfeld, 1860 Luke tells us that “Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the wilderness for forty days, being tempted by the devil” (Lk. 4:1-2).[1] The very idea of Jesus experiencing temptation invokes the question: Did Jesus Christ really experience … Continue reading The Son of God battles Satan in the Desert: Jesus’ Temptation

Warren Nozaki Apologetics, Baptism, Christ, God, Holy Spirit, Theology, Trinity

What Does the Baptism of Jesus Reveal?

John the Baptist “preached good news to the people” (Lk. 3:18);[1] yet, ended up being incarcerated for speaking out against the illicit marriage between Herod Antipas and Herodias (Lk. 3:18).[2] Despite being locked up, John’s mission as herald of the Messiah succeeded.[3] Luke tells us that “when all the people were baptized, and when Jesus … Continue reading What Does the Baptism of Jesus Reveal?

Warren Nozaki Apologetics, Baptism, Bible, Holy Spirit

What is the Baptism with the Holy Spirit and Fire?

St. John the Baptist Preaching by Mattia Preti - 1665 John the Baptist preached a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. He also taught of the greater one to come who would baptize with Holy Spirit and fire. What was this baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins and the baptism of … Continue reading What is the Baptism with the Holy Spirit and Fire?

Warren Nozaki Apologetics, Bible, Christ

Luke 1:1-4 — Good News Worth Sharing  

It is AD 59.[1] Luke the beloved physician (Col. 4:14) writes a gospel to Theophilus, a man connected to the community of Christ with questions about what he had been taught concerning the central message of Christianity.[2] The third Gospel begins: Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile a narrative of the things that have … Continue reading Luke 1:1-4 — Good News Worth Sharing  

Warren Nozaki Apologetics, Demon Possession, Evil

Who’s to Blame? Sin and Responsibility in Ezekiel 18:2-4

“The fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the children’s teeth are set on edge” (Ezek. 18:2).[1] Bite into a sour grape and then as the acidic juice fills the mouth comes a stinging sensation that goes right into the jaw. The eyes squint and lips pucker. “Blah!” It is a most unpleasant experience. Yet, this … Continue reading Who’s to Blame? Sin and Responsibility in Ezekiel 18:2-4