Author Archives: ehurst

Watch How God Works

Posted on September 5, 2017 by ehurst

There are multiple revolutions taking place all at once. The most dangerous ones are in virtual space. On the one hand, you should expect to see some very serious efforts at Internet censorship during the Trump administration. On the other … Continue reading →

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New URL Is Live

Posted on September 4, 2017 by ehurst

Okay, it looks like the new URL is working: Do What’s Right. Also, I’ve set up the G Suite services so you can email me at ehurst@soulkiln.blog — this is now the preferred means of email contact. I’ll be adding … Continue reading →

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This Blog Upgraded

Posted on September 3, 2017 by ehurst

Because of generous donations to my PayPal account, I’ve decided to upgrade my account on this blog. I’ve taken out the cheapest option ($48/year), of course, but it includes a new domain name: soulkiln.blog — it may take some time … Continue reading →

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Importing the Other Blog

Posted on September 3, 2017 by ehurst

I’m moving all the posts from Kiln blog to this one. It’s called “importing” the other blog. I’ve read the instructions and walked through the process. I guess it may be not be all that simple, because I was advised … Continue reading →

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Psalm 147

Posted on September 2, 2017 by ehurst

This is the second of the Hallelujah Psalms. It is obvious that we have three stanzas woven together here; in some ancient manuscripts the third is a separate psalm. We note in passing that at least one contemporary worship song … Continue reading →

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The Image of Power

Posted on September 1, 2017 by ehurst

You must find your own balance point, and it will always be contextual. It’s a dynamic thing that requires constant attention and prayer, seeking the sweet spot where God’s glory in your life shines brightest, and where moral peace is … Continue reading →

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Vision of the Ages in the Current Context

Posted on August 31, 2017 by ehurst

It’s ancient; there’s nothing new about it. How many of you have given attention to the Gospel accounts of the lynch mob whipped up by the Sanhedrin to demand Jesus’ crucifixion? Whenever the evil establishment is threatened by loss of … Continue reading →

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Boundary or Not

Posted on August 30, 2017 by ehurst

To many Christians, I sound like a conspiracy theorist when I mention the Hellenizing of Hebrew religion into Judaism. It’s particularly odd when any decent Bible college teaches the widely known history of Post-Exile Jerusalem. They talk about the conquests … Continue reading →

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Unraveling Some Threads of Folly

Posted on August 29, 2017 by ehurst

There’s a long-running cult in Anglo-American history, much bigger than any single group. There is a core of belief that the Anglo-Saxons, among other Germanic tribes, are God’s Chosen. How that moved from Israel to Anglo-Saxons varies among these groups. … Continue reading →

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The End of Religious Schlock

Posted on August 28, 2017 by ehurst

The cards are not in your favor, Christian bookstores; read `em and weep. I’m just enough iconoclast to appreciate the death of so-called Christian book stores. In the middle ages it was alleged relics of the New Testament figures and … Continue reading →

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