Irony occurs when a situation turns out to be the opposite of what is expected. Dramatic irony is when the author and the audience know that the situation is opposite of what the actors think it is. The Gospel of John, especially John 7:32-52, is dripping with irony. However, John used his irony not to amuse but to instruct us about who Jesus is and what he did. (full sermon notes)
The loss of the Ark from Israel anticipated the way of approaching God through Christ and also warns against faith that is merely outward...
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The parable often called the Wheat and the Tares gives hope that one day all will be made right.
