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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
What about Israel and Palestine
What about Israel and Palestine: what do they have to do with each other? Who are the Palestinians anyway? “From the River to the Sea” and “Free Palestine” are two catch-cries we hear, especially since Hamas attacked Israel on Oct 7, 2023. The former means the expulsion and eradication of all Jews from the Jordan … [Read more...]
Biblical Covenantalism and Dispensationalism
What are Biblical Covenantalism and Dispensationalism? Is dispensationalism a heresy? Can it be improved? What about Covenant Theology? Back around 2004-2005, I decided it was high time I got myself a book on Systematic Theology. I was a relatively new Christian and wanted to learn more about theology. So I asked … [Read more...]
Revive our Hearts and Nations
May the Lord revive our hearts and nations! Of course, this won’t occur until the Father sends his Son to take dominion. This is why we pray the Lord’s Prayer, “May your kingdom come; may your will be done on this earth as it is in heaven.” May revival come into our individual hearts and flow into the church at … [Read more...]
Two Sides and lies to Gay Christianity
There are at least two sides and lies to gay Christianity. These two systems are used by sympathizers to accept LGBTQ+ in the church. Perhaps the first self-styled-Christian I’d heard condoning homosexual practices was Bishop John Shelby Spong. While he was an apostate who I considered to be curious at the time, in … [Read more...]
