“Unless we examine the metaphors in the Bible, we are only skimming the surface.”

Marilyn Delinois

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If you are a student of the Bible, seeking a deeper understanding of its texts and not content with just skimming their surface meanings, then you’ve come to the right site. Welcome!

Marilyn Delinois, a theologian and Bible teacher brings a unique and deep insight into difficult-to-understand Bible passages through the lens of typology, metaphors, and symbolism. Marilyn understands that the Bible is saturated with metaphors and symbolism in which Christ’s presence is shrouded and His mission of redemption is prefigured.

Marilyn is gifted with uncommon insight and exegetical examination of the Bible and brings a Christ-centered approach to Bible study. With a passion for the Word of God, she helps her readers see Christ throughout the Bible and provides a fresh perspective on challenging Bible passages.

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Marilyn Delinois Purpose:

To show that the much unappreciated and sometimes denigrated use of typology in Biblical exegesis is indeed an essential tool in sound interpretation and understanding of the Bible.
To provide a fresh and deep understanding of difficult to understand Bible passages.
To provide a Christocentric approach to Bible study and help readers to see Christ throughout Scripture through the lens of typology, metaphors and symbolism.
To show Christians the extent to which God exalts His son, Jesus Christ, throughout scripture.

Upcoming Book Release: A Fresh Look at the Book of Philemon

Marilyn Delinois, MBTS, is thrilled to announce her upcoming book, which offers a fresh and insightful perspective on the often-overlooked book of Philemon. This transformative work dives deep into the rich metaphors and timeless truths of this short yet profound epistle, highlighting Marilyn’s passion for Christ-centered biblical interpretation.

The book’s release date and final cover design(temporary cover displayed) will be announced soon, so stay tuned! Be sure to check back or sign up for Marilyn’s email list below to receive updates and exclusive announcements. Don’t miss this opportunity to embark on a deeper journey through Scripture!

The Fruit on The Tree of Calvary

Why did Jesus instruct us to “eat His body and drink His blood?” (Matt 26:26-29) Jesus referred to Himself as though He were food (Jn 6:55 NIV). Obviously, it is a metaphor. Throughout His ministry, Jesus often used metaphoric language and likened Himself as the bread of life (Jn 6:35), life giving water (Jn 4:14), the light (Jn 8:12), Shepherd (Jn 10:14a), to name a few. When Jesus invites us to eat His body and drink His blood, He is using a metaphor to draw our attention to a parallel...read more

Christ - Cicadas - Resurrection - Typology

The Amazing Cicadas And The Song of Resurrection

THE LIFE OF A CICADA This group of Cicadas is known as Brood X (Brood 10). They are the largest in number of all the Cicada groups and emerge from their burial site (base of a tree) every 17 years. Their emergence is synchronized, and they appear by the billions. At the 17th year mark, they climb out from underground as mature nymphs, climb up the tree under which they were buried and feeding; they shed their shell covering (exoskeleton) and are transformed...read more

Christ - Faith - Healing - Miracles - Typology

Two Lives Intersecting: Jairus and the Woman With The Issue of Blood

One of my favorite stories in the Bible is the resurrection of Jairus’ daughter. To fully understand the scope and meaning of this miracle, it is essential to go beyond the surface narrative and dive deep into the text and examine the most minute details. INTERSECTING LIVES We cannot read the story of Jairus’ sick daughter and not spill over into the story of the woman with the issue of blood and vice versa. These two stories have often been seen as two separate miracles and stories. However, using the...read more

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