Warren Nozaki Bible, Worship, Christ, Apologetics, Eschatology, Theology, Incarnation

Stephen the First Martyr Part 4: Tabernacle, Temple, Jesus and True Worship

Stephen full of grace and power did many signs and wonders in Jerusalem. But men from the synagogue of the Freedmen and others conspired to have him arrested and face the Council. They sent false witnesses to testify to the Sanhedrin that “This man never ceases to speak words against this holy place and the … Continue reading Stephen the First Martyr Part 4: Tabernacle, Temple, Jesus and True Worship

Warren Nozaki Apologetics, Christ, Christmas, Incarnation

John Chrysostom: For we remain ignorant of many things, even while learning of them.

Do not speculate beyond the text. Do not require of it something more than what it simply says. Do not ask, “But precisely how was it that the Spirit accomplished this in a virgin?” For even when nature is at work, it is impossible fully to explain the manner of the formation of the person. … Continue reading John Chrysostom: For we remain ignorant of many things, even while learning of them.

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Is God a Man?

The Lord’s prayer beings, “Father, hallowed be your name” (Luke 11:2; cf. Matt. 6:9).[1] Elsewhere, Jesus addressed the Father as “Abba” (Mk. 14:36; cf. Rm. 8:15; Gal. 4:6), which is “the Aramaic word for ‘Papa,’ a term of great intimacy and affectionate respect.”[2] We can address God as “Father” or even “Papa.” But can we … Continue reading Is God a Man?

Warren Nozaki Apologetics, Bible, Christ, Christmas, Incarnation, Philosophy, Theology

Do You Believe in Miracles? The Virgin Birth

“Greetings, O favored one, the Lord is with you” said the angel Gabriel to Mary (Lk. 1:29).[1] Just a young virgin living in Nazareth betrothed to a carpenter named Joseph, she was both startled and curious as to the meaning of the message. Gabriel then explained, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found … Continue reading Do You Believe in Miracles? The Virgin Birth