Why do we wrestle in Prayer? There are two aspects to this question: 1) why should we wrestle in prayer, and 2) why is it so difficult? Why should we pray? This is a profound and complex question. Why even pray when God knows everything and He is sovereign? Perhaps the simplest summary to this question can be … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2023
Dispensational Hermeneutics by Michael Vlach
Review of the book Dispensational Hermeneutics by Michael Vlach. It is published by Theological Studies Press (Paperback and Kindle, 111 pages). The subtitle of the book is “Interpretation Principles that Guide Dispensationalism’s Understanding of the Bible’s Storyline.” Contents Introduction 1) Key … [Read more...]
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 20 – 25, 2023
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 20 – 25, 2023 This is a recap of the past week’s daily news items from our Christian News Section. Monday Nov 20, 2023 Top leader of German Protestant Church resigns abruptly Carlton Pearson, former megachurch pastor who denounced Hell, dies at 70 Pastor removed from San … [Read more...]
Happy Thanksgiving 2023
Happy Thanksgiving to all those who celebrate! Regardless of life’s circumstances, we have much to be thankful for. Alf and I thank God for our family and friends, for His provision, protection, for the Blessed Hope and for His faithfulness. We thank Him for the ways He has drawn us closer to each other and to … [Read more...]
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 13 – 18, 2023
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 13 – 18, 2023 This is a recap of the past week’s daily news items from our Christian News Section. Monday Nov 13, 2023 Christian charity labels Safer Gambling Week a ‘stunt’ Iran’s Growing Influence in Latin America Threatens Jews in the Region Algerian gov’t cracks down … [Read more...]
For His Name’s Sake
"For his name's sake" He restores my soul and leads me in the paths of righteousness... Of course this phrase is found in verse 3 of Psalm 23. We can pass through it quickly without meditating on its importance. Psalm 23:1-6 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.He makes me lie down in green pastures. He … [Read more...]
What is Doxology?
What is Doxology? I'd read the term often. It frequently comes up in theological literature and blog articles. I recall looking the term up and then promptly forgetting its meaning a day later. That says something about me, I guess. What is Doxology? According to GotQuestions: The dictionary defines doxology as … [Read more...]
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 6 – 11, 2023
Christian News Weekly Recap Nov 6 - 11, 2023 This is a recap of the past week’s daily news items from our Christian News Section. Monday Nov 6, 2023 Virginia won’t force Christian photographer to provide services for gay weddings: settlement Sainsbury’s accused of sacking employee who refused Sunday shifts … [Read more...]
I am Anti-Zionist not Antisemitic
“I am Anti-Zionist not Antisemitic!” How many times have I heard a statement along those lines? “I don’t hate Jews, but I’m strongly opposed to apartheid Israel.” There’s a list of different reasons, excuses and platitudes for standing against Israel, and siding with the Palestinians that people give. “If Israel … [Read more...]
Preterism and Prophetic Scripture
What is preterism and why do they spend so much time attacking dispensationalism? I have been meaning to put together something like this for some time. I'd never heard of the term preterism until I came across popular exponents of the system such as Gary DeMar and Kenneth Gentry. What is preterism? According to Dr … [Read more...]
