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WHITE PAPER: From Costly Consequences to Cheap Grace: David, Bathsheba, and the Real Path to Restoration

Posted on May 15, 2025 by nathanalbright

I was listening to the recent sermon by Mr. John Elliott citing David’s behavior and how the Bible views him as an invitation to move people out of boxes. Here is my reply to that specific citation and a discussion … Continue reading →

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Finding Comfort In Romans 8:28

Posted on March 23, 2025 by nathanalbright

[These are the prepared notes for a split sermon given to the United Church of God congregation in Portland, Oregon on Sabbath, March 22, 2025.] Good afternoon to you all, and I hope you are finding good comfort here on … Continue reading →

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Anointed And Judged

Posted on January 28, 2025 by nathanalbright

The Bible presents a complex picture of how individuals and nations can be both chosen by God for a specific purpose and held accountable for their actions in fulfilling that purpose. This tension is evident in the examples of Jehu, … Continue reading →

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The Midrash and Mishnah as the Beginnings of the Jewish Systematic Theology Project

Posted on December 31, 2024 by nathanalbright

The relationship between Midrash and Mishnah is crucial for understanding the development of Jewish law and thought. Here’s how Midrash led to Mishnah: 1. The Need for Interpretation and Application: 2. From Biblical Exegesis to Legal Systematization: 3. Two Types … Continue reading →

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