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White Paper: Levels of Development in Biblicism: Stages of Growth Toward God’s Ways

Posted on October 11, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Biblicism, properly understood, is not merely a commitment to the authority of Scripture, but a living process of transformation through the Word of God. This white paper explores the levels of spiritual development within biblicism—how engagement with Scripture … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Importance of the Nethinim in Ezra: Their Role and Symbolism in the Worship System of Ancient Israel and Judah

Posted on September 30, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The Nethinim, a group mentioned in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah, represent one of the most intriguing classes within post-exilic Israelite society. Though often overlooked, they served as essential temple servants, ensuring that the restored worship system … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Rhetorical Approach of a Biblicist Minister in Explaining Symbolic, Numerical, and Typological Material to Believers

Posted on September 27, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary A biblicist minister faces the unique challenge of presenting biblical symbols, numbers, and typological connections in a way that is faithful to Scripture while also accessible to ordinary believers. Such teaching demands a careful rhetorical balance: avoiding speculative … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Political Meaning in Greek Society of the Terms Used in Ephesians 6:12 for the Realm of Spiritual Evil in High Places

Posted on September 24, 2025 by nathanalbright

Introduction Ephesians 6:12 is one of the most cited passages concerning spiritual warfare: “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Edge of Biblicism and the Necessity of Tradition or Authority

Posted on September 15, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract Biblicism—defined as the conviction that the Bible alone is sufficient for faith and practice—has been a powerful force in the history of Christianity. It emphasizes direct engagement with Scripture and distrust of external authorities. Yet, in practice, biblicism confronts … Continue reading →

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White Paper: The Ekklesia in Ancient Greece and Its Implications for the Church as God’s Government

Posted on September 6, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary This white paper explores the ekklesia—the assembly of citizens in Ancient Greece, especially in Athens—as a political institution of rights, powers, and responsibilities. It then examines how the New Testament’s adoption of this term for the people of … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Arguing from the Lesser to the Greater in the Gospels and Its Place in Biblical Logic

Posted on August 27, 2025 by nathanalbright

Introduction One of the most distinctive features of biblical reasoning is its frequent reliance on analogical and comparative logic rather than abstract syllogistic forms. Among the techniques employed by Jesus and the biblical writers, arguing from the lesser to the … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Contexts and Typology of the Biblical Calls to Not Fear and Be of Good Courage

Posted on August 22, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The biblical commands “do not fear” and “be strong and of good courage” are among the most repeated exhortations in Scripture. They serve as reassurance in times of uncertainty, grounding faith communities in God’s promises, presence, and power. … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Apparent Flatness, Actual Hierarchy: The Disjunct Between Clerical Perception and Lay Experience in the United Church of God

Posted on May 30, 2025 by nathanalbright

Earlier this evening, I was sent a short (roughly 6 minute) video from the Chairman of the Council of Elders for the church I attend in which this minister expressed his thinking that the United Church of God had learned … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Succession in the Melchizedek Priesthood — A Biblical Analysis in Contrast to Levitical and Roman Catholic Models

Posted on May 17, 2025 by nathanalbright

What are the thoughts of readers concerning issues of succession? It is a subject that for various reasons has come up frequently in discussion recently. Executive Summary Succession is a critical element in understanding religious authority and continuity within sacred … Continue reading →

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