Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-13 Therefore, since the promise that we can enter into rest is still open, let’s be careful so that none of you will appear to miss it. 2 We also had the good news preached to us, just as the Israelites did. However, the message they heard didn’t help them because they weren’t united... Continue Reading →
What do you mean the Bible is not a myth? Now, of course the whole Bible is not a myth but the Bible does contain myth and simply because we find archeological evidence confirming historical elements of the Bible does not change the fact the Bible contains myth. (Click the picture for a link to... Continue Reading →
Scripture: Acts 11:19-30 19 Now those who were scattered because of the persecution that took place over Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, and they spoke the word to no one except Jews. 20 But among them were some men of Cyprus and Cyrene who, on coming to Antioch, spoke to the Hellenists also,... Continue Reading →
I was recently asked about my thoughts on Hell specifically on how Hell relates to God's wrath within the Bible. While this is a difficult question and one that deserves far more than the brief treatment I intend to provide, I do think that I can at least provide a basic outline to help people... Continue Reading →
Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11 So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on the things that are above, not on the things that are on earth, 3 for you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ... Continue Reading →
Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17 Then God spoke all these words, 2 “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery; 3 you shall have no other gods before me. 4 “You shall not make for yourself an idol, whether in the form of anything that is in... Continue Reading →
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7 4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. 5 Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of... Continue Reading →
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 12 But we appeal to you, brothers and sisters, to respect those who labor among you and have charge of you in the Lord and admonish you; 13 esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Be at peace among yourselves. 14 And we urge you, brothers and sisters, to admonish the... Continue Reading →
Scripture: Job 23:1-9, 16-17 Then Job answered: 2 “Today also my complaint is bitter, his hand is heavy in spite of my groaning.3 Oh, that I knew where I might find him, that I might come even to his seat!4 I would lay my case before him and fill my mouth with arguments.5 I would learn what he would answer me, and understand... Continue Reading →
Scripture: Acts 4:32-37 32 The community of believers was one in heart and mind. None of them would say, “This is mine!” about any of their possessions, but held everything in common. 33 The apostles continued to bear powerful witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and an abundance of grace was at work among them... Continue Reading →
Squinting in the Light 