In “Why I’ve started reading Spurgeon again” Jefferson Vann encourages people to read the works of this 19th century Baptist preacher.Charles Haddon Spurgeon was a 19th century English Baptist “prince of preachers” whose writings (mostly collections of his sermons and devotions) are still highly valued by Christians today. I remember taking up reading Spurgeon years ago, … [Read more...]
idols without breath
idols without breathIn “idols without breath” Jefferson Vann examines how the minor prophets of the Old Testament used the word רוּחַ (ruach) – a word that is often translated “spirit.”I have recently shared my translation of the books of Moses, the historical books and the major prophets of the Old Testament with reference to רוּחַ. So far, I have only used three words … [Read more...]
the breath of our nostrils
In “the breath of our nostrils” Jefferson Vann examines how the major prophets of the Old Testament used the word רוּחַ (ruach) – a word that is often translated “spirit.”Translating words from one language into another is a complicated process. The translator has to decide all the shades of meaning that can be conveyed by a particular word. This list of potential … [Read more...]
morning is coming
Psalm 30:1-5Psalm 30:1¹I will exalt you, Yahveh, because you have lifted me up and have not made my enemies happy over me.Psalm 30:2 Yahveh my God, I cried to you for help, and you healed me.Psalm 30:3 Yahveh, you brought my soul up from Sheol; you spared me from among those going down to the Hole.Psalm 30:4 Sing to Yahveh, you his faithful ones, and praise his … [Read more...]
exterminate!
In "exterminate!" Jefferson Vann explains the meaning of an Old Testament word linked to the New Testament's description of hell.God does have a wonderful plan for your life, but it may be to exterminate you!Now that I have your attention, let me explain. We have been taught that God created human beings with an indestructible element – sometimes called a soul or a … [Read more...]