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Law of Moses — 1 Samuel 8

There is something subtle that most Western readers miss in this chapter. It’s not a question of having a single leader; Samuel was already that. In the past they had Moses, Joshua and a few judges who played that role. … Continue reading

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Considering My Convictions

I belong to Jesus Christ. There can be no higher loyalty in my life. Back around 1979, the Lord loaned me to the US government. I took an oath to defend the US Constitution and those whose authority derived from … Continue reading

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Historical Footnote for 1 Samuel

We don’t know all that happened, but the narrative in 1 Samuel 1-6 recounts the loss of the Ark of Covenant. It doesn’t say what happened to Shiloh, but the Tabernacle standing there disappears from history. It is quite likely … Continue reading

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Law of Moses — 1 Samuel 7:3-17

Samuel was from the Tribe of Ephraim, and was a major prophet, defacto High Priest (because he grew up in the Tabernacle), and the last judge. Israel was under oppression from a new threat. The Philistines had colonized the southwestern … Continue reading

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Gates Is Just a Part

We could say that Bill Gates is one human manifestation of Nimrod, building a new Tower of Babel. As such, it should be obvious that he is also one head of a hydra that together could be called an Antichrist. … Continue reading

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A Tribulation Church

What am I doing? I haven’t lost my moral compass. This is still Christian Mysticism and my plans are to watch and prepare for just a few folks added to the audience for what I teach. I still believe the … Continue reading

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More from the Book of Ruth

There is a mystical truth hidden in the Book of Ruth: Not only is the Law its own reward, but it invites God to pour out His glory in a very wide sweep, touching many lives for generations to come. … Continue reading

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Law of Moses — Ruth 3

The story of Ruth falls near the end of the Period of Judges. Despite the hideous idolatry and debauchery of the times, some people still did the right thing. During a famine in Israel, a man from the Tribe of … Continue reading

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Soldier of Humility

Maybe the concept is too subtle for the bottle-fed folks, but readers of this blog should be able to handle it. The Bible says we are fallen. It does not say humans will always take the most selfish path. It … Continue reading

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Each Joint Supplying

The title refers to Ephesians 4. I want to share my experience and let you slice and dice — as in “rightly dividing” — what you should make of it. First a little background. For me, the Holy Spirit can … Continue reading

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