In our journey through ‘The Silmarillion’s’ opening chapter, we discover a grand narrative of creation, fall, and redemption that resonates with the Gospel. This post explores the similarities between Eru Ilúvatar’s creation and God’s creation, Melkor’s rebellion and humanity’s sin, and Ilúvatar’s grand plan and God’s sovereign plan of redemption.
Pronomian Christianity asserts the ongoing validity of the Torah alongside the full authority of the Old and New Testaments, offering a biblical perspective on biblical law. This movement emphasizes the moral weight of every commandment, rooted in God’s unchanging nature, and recognizes the transformative role of the New Covenant. It upholds that the Law, internalized by the Holy Spirit, guides believers in a life pleasing to God, not as a means of salvation, but as an expression of a life transformed by grace and the lordship of Jesus Christ.
Delve deep into the scriptures to understand the repercussions of passivity in one’s faith. From Adam’s initial passivity to Jesus’ proactive stance, the Bible offers a consistent message on the importance of action in faith.