Author Archives: ehurst

Who Am I?

Posted on October 21, 2020 by ehurst

God has commanded me to ready myself to lead a group of people in a faith community. As I’ve been devoting myself in prayer to preparation for leading a congregation, there’s been a lot of soul searching. It’s important to … Continue reading →

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Ruled by Compassion

Posted on October 20, 2020 by ehurst

As Jesus’ cousin and possibly His closest human friend, John is considered the Apostle closest to the Master’s heart, particularly in his writings. It was John who revealed that Jesus said at the Last Supper: “A new commandment I give … Continue reading →

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Backdoor BLM Crusade

Posted on October 18, 2020 by ehurst

There’s something I’ve noticed when reviewing all the articles about religious organizations and “racial healing” conferences, etc. — it’s just bringing BLM through the backdoor of the church. Keep in mind that BLM’s leadership has already admitted straight out that … Continue reading →

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Law of Moses — 1 Kings 11

Posted on October 17, 2020 by ehurst

This is a long chapter, and all of it is required to understand a very broad context. However, the key issue in the narrative is just a short section. Over the previous chapters, we learn that Solomon dramatically changed Israel … Continue reading →

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Can AI Govern?

Posted on October 16, 2020 by ehurst

First, I consider it a doctrine of faith in God that AI cannot possibly become self-aware. The problem is that anyone trying to build a self-aware AI would simply lie about the results. Indeed, I am utterly certain that this … Continue reading →

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Pray for the Lord to Build His Church

Posted on October 15, 2020 by ehurst

Let’s think about this so we’ll know how to pray. The imperative of Creation is to reflect God’s glory. Don’t ask who the audience is; that’s missing the point. His glory must shine — period. In the Fall, some other … Continue reading →

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Lust for Sex or Control?

Posted on October 12, 2020 by ehurst

When your conscious awareness is heart-led, you will find that a lot of moral truth lies dormant until provoked by the need of the moment. It’s a sense that, if the right question comes along, the Spirit of the Lord … Continue reading →

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Law of Moses — 1 Kings 3

Posted on October 10, 2020 by ehurst

So Solomon takes the throne of Israel and marries the daughter of Pharaoh. He had early set men to work on his capital, building a palace, a city wall, and of course, the Temple. In the meantime, the royal quarters … Continue reading →

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A Glimpse of Mortal Frailty

Posted on October 5, 2020 by ehurst

Let me clarify something: A prophetic gift doesn’t exclude you from getting stuff wrong. It does make you very careful. This is not a cry for help. I’m explaining what it’s like for me. Different prophets in the Old Testament … Continue reading →

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Law of Moses — 2 Kings 2:1-35

Posted on October 3, 2020 by ehurst

David knew his time was gone. He held one last audience with his heir, Solomon. The first word of advice was that Solomon should be a better man. David was subtly confessing that he had allowed too many things to … Continue reading →

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