Bible Study Seattle

Many apparent bible contradictions can be solved by adding the element of time.

“but has now been revealed by the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.” 2 Timothy 1:10

If Jesus abolished death at the cross why are people still dying?

“The last enemy that will be abolished is death.” 1 Corinthians 15:26

So we see that death may have been destroyed at the cross but its elimination will be delayed till the end.

Is something else necessary to the elimination of death? Are there smaller sacrifices needed in addition to Jesus’ foundational sacrifice? That does seem to be the case as patterned in the Temple sacrifices.

“you also, as living stones, are being built up as a spiritual house for a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices that are acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.” Peter 2:5