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Context for Service

It is no longer possible to bring together the divided halves of America. The only question now is when the shooting starts. There may be some false starts, but we shall have a civil war that will not end before … Continue reading

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Additional Notes on Leviticus 19

Something we noted in this chapter, but shows up in a lot of other passages, is the warning about divination, soothsaying and mediums. The whole problem with these pagan practices is that they arise from a desire to see the … Continue reading

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Ditching the Mainstream Mythology

Starting point: It is impossible for us to know how God regards other people. We can know our own standing with Him, but only if we consciously shift our awareness to the heart. By that same means, we can also … Continue reading

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No Sacred Cows

Why I’m discussing this item on this blog should become obvious by the end. Permit me analyze this article: ‘Is it cold in Argentina?’: Belgian cycling journalist rides into sexism row over pic of female reporter. Lest you miss the … Continue reading

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No Divided Loyalties

We are stateless vagabonds on this earth. One of the most powerful images from the Old Testament is that of the wilderness nomad. The nation of Israel was called upon to maintain the symbolism of living in tents long after … Continue reading

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More on Leviticus 17

Blood paves the way for fallen people to enter the presence of God. If it were your own blood, you would be dying, shedding your mortal existence to enter God’s Presence. But while you yet live, you can offer the … Continue reading

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The Real Parties

There are two political parties in the US. Some claim there are more, but those others are just variations on the basic two. First is the materialistic middle-class pretentious liars. Their moral self-image is a false front, a moral depravity … Continue reading

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Lonely Mission

Merry Christmas! Think about it: Jesus was alone. Not just on the Cross as our Savior, but as a human being. How many people did He encounter who actually understood what He was doing? His closest friends and relatives among … Continue reading

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Re: Trump’s EO on Antisemitism

This was a dumb move. Not only will it not accomplish the stated or presumed objective, but will only exacerbate the situation. In essence, it declares Jewish identity as a nationality, which immediately points out that if they are Jews, … Continue reading

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Law of Moses — Exodus 22:16-31

A major concept in Biblical Law is defilement. There are certain things that make individuals defiled, but there are other things that make the whole community defiled. The secret sin of Achan in hiding plunder in his tent defiled the … Continue reading

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