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We Are His Peace

Our primary objective in life is to live shalom. If we don’t get that right, nothing else will matter. It is the sole basis for carrying out the Great Commission, because it is what’s behind the phrase, “teaching them to … Continue reading

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Keep a Clear Head

I need to reiterate something: Without a valid community faith covenant over you, a major part of your protection from demons is missing. It’s not enough to say you are under the Covenant of Christ. His covenant requires that you … Continue reading

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Parable: The Good Ship Shalom

I want you to see the logic here. We are using symbols to indicate something about the way reality works. Therefore, parables are at work here, characterizations that help you organize how to think about certain questions in life. Your … Continue reading

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It’s for Him

I do not worship art and artistry. Some of the best art in the world is morally hideous. I’m not preparing to go on a jihad against art, but I also don’t care at all to preserve it. I will … Continue reading

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The Bible on Child Sexual Abuse

Nobody’s telling you what to think, but I wanted to share the biblical viewpoint, in contrast to the common American viewpoint, on child sexual abuse. It is a sin — but not for the reasons most Americans assume. It’s a … Continue reading

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Batshit Crazy Plans

So our mission in this life, particularly during this time of tribulation, is to demonstrate shalom for all the world to see. You need not justify yourself to anyone. God is the one who calls and guides your choices through … Continue reading

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Batshit Crazy is Okay

They called Jesus a madman. We need to take up His Cross in order to follow Him. There is nothing reasonable about faith in Jesus Christ. You don’t have to embrace this with some over-the-top performance in your daily mannerisms, … Continue reading

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More from the Book of Ruth

There is a mystical truth hidden in the Book of Ruth: Not only is the Law its own reward, but it invites God to pour out His glory in a very wide sweep, touching many lives for generations to come. … Continue reading

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Soldier of Humility

Maybe the concept is too subtle for the bottle-fed folks, but readers of this blog should be able to handle it. The Bible says we are fallen. It does not say humans will always take the most selfish path. It … Continue reading

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They Are Not Your Friends

Get a clue believers: This world is your enemy. You aren’t this world’s enemy; you are one of its best friends. But it has made itself the enemy of your Father, your Savior and yourself. If the world hates you, … Continue reading

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