Here are two comforting video Christmas messages. One is by John Snyder of Media Gratiae. The other is by Tom Drion of GraceLife London. I'm thankful for the many Christmas messages faithful pastors preach every year at this time. These two examples helped me. Christmas can be a time of grief over loss (as it was … [Read more...]
Are there Seven Problems with Pretrib?
Are there seven problems with pretrib? Some prewrath folk recently came together and contributed to a documentary highlighting problems with pretrib. My first thought was, "Only seven?" Of course I'm being sarcastic. Incidentally, one of the gents involved produced a video ominously asserting that the pretrib … [Read more...]
Kything Co-inherence Oneness and Communion
What are Kything Co-inherence Oneness and Communion? How are they related? I'm reaching back to my past. And some thoughts about Communion with God. Lost at Sea in a Christian Bookstore When I was searching for meaning, I came across several books in a Christian bookstore which shouldn't have been there. There … [Read more...]
Observations Regarding Donald Trump
My observations regarding Donald Trump (and the election) are just that: not that anyone asked, or cares for that matter. There might be a few instances of indulgence as well. First impressions I wasn't alone in my skepticism when Donald Trump announced he was running for president as a Republican. Some welcomed … [Read more...]
The Cross and the Electric Chair
The Cross and the Electric Chair: If Christ had died in an electric chair, would Christians go around wearing little electric chairs around their necks? Are there any similarities to these forms of execution? If not, what are the differences? According to Glenn T. Stanton (article from the Federalist), The … [Read more...]
Blessings Associated with our Union in Christ
There are blessings associated with our union in Christ. The most obvious one is salvation. But there are others we ought to meditate on. This article somewhat picks up from our previous article - Jesus Didn't Die on the Cross for our Sins? I hadn't planned on talking about this subject so soon again: for the … [Read more...]
A Prayer for a New Heart and a Hymn
A Prayer for a new heart by Lewis Bayly - from the Puritan prayer book Piercing Heaven and a hymn by Harriet Auber: The Promised comforter. The hymn is taken from Spurgeon's Own Hymn Book. Create in Me a New Heart Create in me, O Christ, a new heart, and renew in me a right spirit. Then you will see how I will … [Read more...]
Jesus Didn’t Die on the Cross for Our Sins?
According to one writer at Beliefnet, Jesus didn't die on the Cross for our Sins. She further added under the title of her articles that, 'The idea Jesus “paid the price” isn’t found in the Bible.' The Beliefnet piece came across my path on a twitter feed. But it isn't the first time I've seen this sentiment … [Read more...]
Why is the Doctrine of the Trinity Important?
Why is the Doctrine of the Trinity Important? It is vitally important because the Bible teaches it. Moreover, the three persons of the One Triune God are involved in our salvation. There are other reasons. I'm not a teacher or a theologian, so I'm providing some resources on the doctrine below. We have posted … [Read more...]
When Christian Leaders get Shipwrecked
The unbelieving world celebrates when Christian leaders get shipwrecked. It often seems that the more spectacular the Christian celebrity falls from grace the better. Perhaps some people see this as justification for rejecting Christianity and ultimately the Lord Jesus Christ. People love scandals. I must confess … [Read more...]
