Apologetics – Christ Rooted

06. Which Christological Model Fits John’s Prologue?

This exploration examines different theological models interpreting John’s Prologue, revealing strengths and challenges in Trinitarianism, Oneness, and Biblical Unitarianism, while highlighting the necessity to preserve the essential distinctions in understanding God, the Word, and Jesus.

Did the Word Become Flesh After the Resurrection?

Rivers O Feden’s interpretation of John 1:14 challenges traditional views, arguing it refers to post-resurrection manifestations of Jesus. However, the text’s grammar and John’s terminology emphasize a distinct understanding of “the Word became flesh.”

When the Whole System Is on the Table

River O Feden’s theological system showcases rigorous attention to context and biblical semantics, yet it struggles to fully integrate foundational concepts of anthropology and theology, necessitating a broader framework for coherent interpretation.

Beyond Trinity and Oneness

The debate on the Trinity highlighted the need for deeper understanding. While both sides raised valid points, they often failed to acknowledge the essential biblical question of God’s nature and the Son’s identity, complicating their…

Shaliach: Why Jewish Agency Cannot Explain the Identity of Jesus

The Jewish concept of shaliach, while illuminating Jesus’ mission as sent by God, fails to adequately explain his unique identity, divine presence, origin, and the essence of salvation that encompasses participation in his life and…

The Wrong Two Laws

In exploring Galatians, Paul contrasts two laws: the righteous Law of Moses and the liberating Law of the Spirit. He emphasizes that while the Mosaic law is good, it cannot impart true life, showcasing a…

The Law of Christ Is Not Moses Reinterpreted

David Wilber argues that “the law of Christ” refers to the Mosaic law interpreted by Jesus. This interpretation fails as it overlooks the distinction between divine life and law, emphasizing that Christ, not commandments, is…

Discovering the Historical Jesus Without Losing the Real One

This exploration of the historical Jesus emphasizes his genuine humanity, overcoming traditional portrayals that obscure it. It invites a deeper understanding of his identity, suggesting that his uniqueness lies in his emergence rather than extraordinary…

What Does It Mean That the Word Was With God?

The Gospel of John articulates the profound relationship between the Word and God, asserting that while the Word stands in genuine relation with God, it embodies God’s Form without necessitating a second divine entity, preserving…

The Personal Predicate

The concept of personal predicates in Scripture reveals how actions may be attributed to a whole person based on a specific reality within them, as demonstrated in Galatians 2:20 and Hebrews, emphasizing divine-human identity.