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The Church: The Community of the Spirit

The Church: The Community of the Spirit

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There are 5 descriptions of the early church that can be distilled from the early chapters of Acts. God’s new ekklesia (church), besides being the community of the forgiven, is also: the community of the outpoured Spirit,  the blessed citizens of the eschatological City of God, the Heavenly Zion, living out their high calling and final destination and dwelling in the coming Heavenly Zion, while yet residing in the present  evil world, the firstfruits of the last days remnant (the…

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John’s KEY Unlocks Revelation!

John’s KEY Unlocks Revelation!

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In addition to reading this article online, you can now also purchase a booklet version which is available in our bookstore. This text version is great for both group and personal study. It is also a great way to introduce others to this vital and timely subject. You might also consider giving one to your pastor! Click here to be taken to this item in our bookstore —–> John’s KEY Unlocks Revelation! A closer look at John’s theme verse. 1…

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Shall “All Israel” be Saved?

Shall “All Israel” be Saved?

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In addition to reading this article online, you can now also purchase a booklet version which is available in our bookstore. This text version is great for both group and personal study. It is also a great way to introduce others to this vital and timely subject. You might also consider giving one to your pastor! Click here to be taken to this item in our bookstore —–> There is a very popular notion in American Christianity today, that the…

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The Israel of God

The Israel of God

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In addition to the recording of this program, you can also view and download a pdf of a related article, “Shall All Israel be Saved?”, suitable for further study and sharing. Click here —–> Today Paul Trask concludes his study of the book of Galatians by reviewing the final chapter of this book, chapter 6. In this chapter the Apostle Paul wraps up his argument against the Judaizers who had corrupted the once pure faith of the Gentile Galatians Christians….

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Divine Clemency

Divine Clemency

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Paul Trask continues his study of the book of Galatians with an examination of chapter 3:21-25. Paul reviews the criteria Jesus and the Apostle Paul use to determine whether or not someone can rightfully be considered a “child of Abraham” These criteria present HUGE issues for today’s American Church, and claims for the modern state of Israel No provision of the Mosaic Law imparted any spiritual power to actually keep the Law – only penalties for violation The Law was…

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The Curse of the Mosaic Law

The Curse of the Mosaic Law

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Today, Paul Trask reviews some background from prior weeks, and then continues his study of Galatians, moving into chapter 3, verses 10-14. Ancient literature, including the New Testament and Galatians in particular, utilized a chiastic structure, wherein the climax is in the center of the work Galatians 3:26-29, and especially verse 29 is the climax of not only chapter 3, but of the whole book Here in Galatians, Paul demonstrates and explains the striking dichotomy between “flesh” and “Spirit,” equating…

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The True Children of Abraham

The True Children of Abraham

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In today’s program, Paul Trask returns to his study of Galatians, having focused on Christmas themes during the past two programs, (1) Handel’s Messiah and (2) The Word Made Flesh. Ancient literature, including the New Testament and Galatians in particular, utilized a chiastic structure, wherein the climax is in the center of the work Galatians 3:26-29, and especially verse 29 is the climax of not only chapter 3, but of the whole book Here in Galatians, Paul demonstrates and explains…

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Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus!

Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus!

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Today’s program is a special Christmas Edition of Well Placed Faith!  And especially featured today is Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus, from his larger Messiah musical masterpiece. Paul Trask gives the background of Handel and his Messiah composition, and explains its relevance for today’s Christians. Many surprises here! Originally composed for Lent, but came to be more closely associated with Christmas Hallelujah Chorus actually composed to celebrate the Destruction of Jerusalem in 70AD, at the hand of Roman troops Why did King George II of England stand for the Hallelujah Chorus? The Hallelujah Chorus,…

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Christianity in Crisis

Christianity in Crisis

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Today, Paul Trask continues his study of Galatians. Detailed look at Paul’s autobiographical section, Galatians 1:11-2:10 Two visits to Jerusalem, separated by 14 years Titus, an uncircumcised Gentile, stands in by proxy for the Gentile Christians in Galatia as a “test case” for the second meeting Paul’s “law free” gospel is neither objected to, nor augmented/supplemented by the Jerusalem church during either visit On the contrary, Jerusalem’s apparent leaders warmly support Paul’s Gentile mission Next week will continue starting with…

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Jesus and Elijah

Jesus and Elijah

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In today’s program, Paul Trask continues his study of Luke 4. Jesus compares His present ministry to that of Israel’s national heroes, Elijah & Elisha, implying the same deplorable conditions in Judah as had existed in Northern Israel, before its overthrow by Assyria (Luke 4:25–30; I Kings 17:7–24; II Kings 5:1–19; Luke 7:1–17) Elijah & Moses meet Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration, discussing Jesus impending arrest, trial, crucifixion and resurrection (Matthew 17:1–13) Jesus explains that John the Baptist was…

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