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Ride Photos 20

Posted on December 14, 2022 by ehurst

This is what the new bikeway signs look like. You can find them scattered all over the Oklahoma City area, wherever these established trails exists. More trails are in the works, and at least one new trail is always under … Continue reading →

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NT Doctrine — Acts 3:1-4:22

Posted on December 10, 2022 by ehurst

It didn’t take long for the Jewish leadership to take offense at this explosion of faith in Jesus. Diaspora or not, the crowd of Jesus’ disciples was growing, and their presence was strongly felt in the city. Jesus had said … Continue reading →

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A History of Jewish Predation

Posted on December 8, 2022 by ehurst

Obviously, I am an antisemite. Of course, the proper definition of the word “antisemite” is anyone Jews do not like. Further, it identifies anyone who resists Jewish manipulation and their predatory agenda. The Apostle John was just such an antisemite, … Continue reading →

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NT Doctrine — Baptism

Posted on December 6, 2022 by ehurst

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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NT Doctrine — Acts 2

Posted on December 3, 2022 by ehurst

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 →

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The Lie of Great Destinies

Posted on December 2, 2022 by ehurst

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 →

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Ride Photos 19

Posted on November 30, 2022 by ehurst

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

Posted on November 26, 2022 by ehurst

(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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First Step in the Right Direction

Posted on November 24, 2022 by ehurst

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 →

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The Scale of Things

Posted on November 22, 2022 by ehurst

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 →

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