Category Archives: eldercraft

…And Furthermore

Posted on November 30, 2017 by ehurst

This continues the previous post. Patriarchy is written into human DNA. As long as there are X and Y chromosomes, and their presence results in physiological differences, nothing on this earth can change masculine dominance. It exists when it is … Continue reading →

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Discerning the Real Problems

Posted on November 29, 2017 by ehurst

I’ve gotten some questions that indicate a need to paint a clearer image on a few things. As noted in my recent “God’s Law” series, Biblical Law recognizes two kinds of government — imperial and national. But the latter is … Continue reading →

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Guarding What Was Entrusted to Our Stewardship

Posted on November 27, 2017 by ehurst

Thus far in our study of the Sermon on the Mount, we’ve already come across a trio of statements by Jesus often misquoted in English to pervert His teaching. We have His words about making peace, about turning the other … Continue reading →

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God’s Reckoning and Support

Posted on November 22, 2017 by ehurst

You need two calendars. Did you know we just passed through a New Moon? It was on the 18th. Most of us who passed through Western Christianity struggle with the lunar calendar. Yet it’s quite clear the Old Testament put … Continue reading →

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God’s Law Is Different 6

Posted on November 21, 2017 by ehurst

Throughout this series, I haven’t delved into the full details of anything. Instead, I’ve sought to mark out paths for your exploration. As always, I have full confidence that God can speak to your heart and guide your life where … Continue reading →

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God’s Law Is Different 5

Posted on November 20, 2017 by ehurst

There is a difference between leadership and shepherding. Leadership is a talent, a gift and calling from God. Most of us can do a little of it, but people who excel at it are somewhat rare. It may manifest with … Continue reading →

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God’s Law Is Different 4

Posted on November 19, 2017 by ehurst

The nature of God’s Law presumes more than a covenant, but a covenant community. Right away we are up against a problem: For Americans in particular, it is exceedingly difficult to find human fellowship in the heart-led way. We have … Continue reading →

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God’s Law Is Different 3

Posted on November 18, 2017 by ehurst

We belong; we were created as an integral part of the Garden of Eden. Burn that into your mind, because your heart already knows it. We are elements of Creation, not a separate thing. In this we are most thoroughly … Continue reading →

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God’s Law Is Different 2

Posted on November 17, 2017 by ehurst

If you are going to critique what governments do, it must be based on Biblical Law. It is imperative that we get ourselves into the habit of doing everything by the leading of the heart. Never assume you already know … Continue reading →

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God’s Law Is Different 1

Posted on November 16, 2017 by ehurst

What follows is eldercraft — my best answers to moral questions. This is what you’ll get if you defer to me as elder. This pertains to issues with governments and laws versus Biblical Law. You are the only one who … Continue reading →

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