Category Archives: Biblical History

Appendix: Biblical Case Studies on Church Governance, Authority, and Accountability

Posted on August 5, 2025 by nathanalbright

A. Moses: Delegated Authority, Humility, and Limits Text: Exodus 18; Numbers 12; Numbers 20:7–13 Key Principles: Delegation of Authority: Moses was advised by Jethro to appoint capable men to share in decision-making (Exodus 18:13–26). This sets a precedent for organized leadership … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Strategic Situation of the Late Assyrian Empire

Posted on August 4, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary In the late 7th century BCE, the Neo-Assyrian Empire stood at the apex of its territorial reach but simultaneously approached a tipping point that would soon lead to its catastrophic collapse. The empire’s political and military dominance over … Continue reading →

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White Paper: How the Biblical Command Against Murder Became Misinterpreted as a General Prohibition on Killing

Posted on July 21, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary This white paper examines how the sixth commandment of the Hebrew Bible—traditionally rendered in English as “Thou shalt not kill”—came to be misunderstood and misinterpreted in much of modern thought as a blanket prohibition on all forms of … Continue reading →

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The Names of God in the Prophets and Writings: A Comprehensive Study

Posted on July 13, 2025 by nathanalbright

[Note:  The following is the prepared text for a sermon given to the Dalles congregation of the United Church of God on Sabbath, July 12, 2025.] Introduction The divine names of God reveal profound truths about His character, His relationship … Continue reading →

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The Noahic Covenant: Biblical Foundations for Universal Government and Individual Obligations

Posted on July 7, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract The Noahic Covenant, established in Genesis 9 following the great flood, represents one of the most foundational yet underexplored aspects of biblical theology concerning civil government and universal human obligations. This white paper examines the theological, ethical, and political … Continue reading →

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White Paper: From Shame to Modesty — The Changing Connotation of the Veil Between Genesis 38 and Modern Times

Posted on July 5, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary This white paper explores the meaning of the veil in the biblical account of Genesis 38, where Tamar veils herself to pose as a prostitute, and contrasts it with the modern connotation of the veil as a symbol … Continue reading →

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Theophilus in Scripture and History: An Essay

Posted on July 3, 2025 by nathanalbright

The figure of Theophilus appears only briefly in the New Testament, yet he occupies a significant role as the addressee of both the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles. Despite his importance as the literary recipient of … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The New Testament Church in Light of the Greek Ekklesia and the Old Testament Congregation of Israel

Posted on June 28, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract This white paper examines the New Testament concept of the Church (ekklesia) in light of its historical and theological roots in both Greek political usage and the Old Testament depiction of the “congregation of Israel.” By exploring how the … Continue reading →

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“In the Name of Whom?”: Understanding Baptismal Language in Matthew, Acts, and Paul from a Non-Trinitarian Perspective

Posted on June 25, 2025 by nathanalbright

Introduction Among the most striking differences in New Testament theology is the variety of expressions used for baptism. In Matthew 28:19, Jesus instructs His disciples to baptize “in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the … Continue reading →

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Was the Book of Job Known to David? Exploring the Relationship between the Psalms and Job

Posted on June 23, 2025 by nathanalbright

The relationship between the Psalms of David and the Book of Job offers a fertile ground for examining the intellectual and theological currents in ancient Israel. The Psalms attributed to David, full of poetic depth, emotional candor, and theological reflection, … Continue reading →

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