according to the bible

Introduction The “binding of Isaac” as it’s called has perplexed many people throughout the years. I’ve heard people use this story to say that God condones human and specifically child sacrifice, and claim God is cruel. I don’t blame people for having that misunderstanding. If you read this story of Abraham and Isaac in it’s full context, the meaning is revealed. Let’s see why Abraham almost sacrificed Isaac in “According to the Bible”. The Passage and Context The Binding or Sacrifice of Isaac story is found in Genesis 22. Prior to this story Abraham had been tested by God and failed. God promised Abram (before God changed his name) offspring here in Genesis 15: Genesis 15 “Look toward heaven, and number the stars, if you are able to number them.” Then he said to him, “So shall your offspring be.” And he believed the LORD, and he counted it to him as righteousness. (ESV) But Abram took it into his own hands. Using the same narrative language as Adam and Eve, Sarai and...

Part 1 (God Alone) Quick Introduction to topic Intro: Characteristics of God In the bible God is described as Holy, Sovereign, Omniscient and Immutable. God is a very complex subject to even attempt to cover. He is infinite and the whole bible is about him. His character is indescribable yet knowable. While he is infinite and incomprehensive, his love is meant to be known by us. The picture the Bible gives us is that God is a community of love, ever existing, never changing, forever and ever loving us and himself in perfect harmony. His steadfast love pursues us while we are in rebellion of him. Though we constantly defy him, he chooses to love us. It’s a truth that seems to contradict what rationale would tell us. However, God’s love doesn’t cease when we disobey him or choose to hate him. His love is constant. This portion of the passage in Exodus explains who God is: Exodus 34:6-7 6 The Lord passed before him and proclaimed, “The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and ...

Welcome to “According to the Bible”! My name is Tim Medina, the writer of this blog. According to the Bible is dedicated to providing Solid Biblical Teaching for anyone and everyone. Each post is made to educate people on what the bible actually says. Using proper exegetical study of scripture, I hope to provide people with God’s word free from bias, anachronism, and eisegesis. Be sure to subscribe for notifications on when I post my next blog! Thanks!