Sermon Illustrations on Redemptive History
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Genesis 36:1-43 - Lutheran Perspective
In Genesis 36, we see the genealogy of Esau, which underscores God's sovereignty in the unfolding of His redemptive history. The Lutheran tradition emphasizes that even in seemingly mundane genealogies, God's promise persists, revealing that He works through flawed and imperfect individuals, affirming the truth of simul justus et peccator—that we are both justified and sinful at the same time.
Genesis 36:1-43 - Dispensational Perspective
In the Dispensational tradition, Genesis 36:1-43 is viewed as a genealogical record that underscores the distinction between Israel and the surrounding nations, particularly Edom. This passage highlights God's sovereignty in establishing different nations and His specific covenant relationship with Israel, which remains distinct from other peoples and is significant in the unfolding of redemptive history.
Genesis 26:1-6 - Dispensational Perspective
In the Dispensational tradition, Genesis 26:1-6 is viewed through the lens of God's covenantal promises to Abraham, Isaac, and their descendants. The passage illustrates God's faithfulness to Israel, emphasizing the distinction between Israel and the Church, where God's promises to Israel remain intact despite dispensational shifts in redemptive history.
The Conversion of Augustine's Tears - Catholic (Romans 8:28)
Monica prayed and wept for her son Augustine for years—he was brilliant but dissolute, running from God. She once asked a bishop for help; he replied, "The son of so many tears cannot be lost." He was