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NT Doctrine — Baptism
The English word “baptism” is taken from the Greek word baptizo used in the New Testament to signify the ancient Hebrew ritual washing. The Hebrew word most commonly associated with the practice is mikveh, which means “a gathering of waters”. … Continue reading
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Tagged baptism, Jesus the Messiah, New Testament, prophet jeremiah, religious rituals, the Covenant of Moses
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The Lie of Great Destinies
There are dozens of explanations of Frank Herbert’s Dune series of novels on places like YouTube. I won’t recommend any in particular; if it matters to you, it’s worth some time exploring it on your own. The only reason I … Continue reading
Ride Photos 19
The theme today is testing the camera on my new cellphone. This is not a review of the cellphone or anything like that, but my wife decided to upgrade my Pixel 4a to the Pixel 7. The only thing lacking … Continue reading
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NT Doctrine — Acts 1
(For this chapter, I can find no reason to rewrite the commentary I’ve already published elsewhere.) Luke mentions that Jesus in His resurrected form remained for some 40 days on earth. During that time, He met with His disciples extensively … Continue reading
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Tagged Apostle Peter, Ascension of Christ, commentary on acts, covenant of moses, Judas
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First Step in the Right Direction
Scripture is not revelation; it is a manifestation of revelation. Revelation is God telling you about Himself, in terms of what you can know about Him while in your fallen state. The whole point is to get to know Him … Continue reading
Posted in social sciences
Tagged Biblical Law, Covenant of Noah, divine revelation, economics, heart-led, moral boundaries, social sciences
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The Scale of Things
Solomon said that all is futility and chasing after the wind. He was referring to typical human concerns, as opposed to the deeper moral issues of Eternity. The rest of the Bible makes it clear that the only way to … Continue reading
Posted in sanity
Tagged economic troubles, faith, King Solomon, Malachi, moral consciousness, politics, solar catastrophes, tribulation
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This I’ll Defend
It doesn’t matter what people think of me. Hostile comments I’ve deleted on this blog are just part of the process. It’s the impertinent comments that get my attention. At least some of my readers have the wrong idea about … Continue reading
Posted in eldercraft, tribulation
Tagged christian mysticism, church politics, covenant community of faith, disasters, heart-led, predestination, racism
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NT Doctrine — Matthew 28:16-20 & Luke 24:50-53
There is no strong consensus on the days Jesus spent on earth after His resurrection. We know that He met with His disciples twice in Jerusalem at both ends of the week of Unleavened Bread. The parallel passage at the … Continue reading
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Tagged Ascension of Christ, Jerusalem, Luke's Gospel, Matthew's Gospel, The Great Commission
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The Judgment on Crypto Currencies
In general, believers should stay away from crypto-currency investment. Bear with me; it’s important to put this in proper perspective. Jesus didn’t invent the two-point summary of the Covenant; He merely endorsed it, making it a central tenet in His … Continue reading
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Tagged Biblical Law, cryptocurrencies, economic troubles, idolatry, Jews, material wealth, Synagogue of Satan
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NT Doctrine — Acts 2
The symbolism is so thick you could cut it with an ax. The Day of Pentecost is just another name for First Fruits. In this chapter of Acts, we are about to see the first fruits of the New Covenant … Continue reading →