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Western Idolatries 01
In our studies in the Law of Moses up to this point, we should have absorbed some indications of how God views human activity after the Fall. We cannot go on through life giving credence to Western notions of democratic … Continue reading
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Tagged Biblical Law, divine revelation, human reason, Law of Moses, the Fall, war, Western mythology
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Ruled by Compassion
As Jesus’ cousin and possibly His closest human friend, John is considered the Apostle closest to the Master’s heart, particularly in his writings. It was John who revealed that Jesus said at the Last Supper: “A new commandment I give … Continue reading
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Tagged Biblical Law, compassion, Covenant of Christ, covenants, sacrificial love, the Covenant of Moses
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Don’t Surrender the Battlefield
Every crusade is a diversion to prevent a genuine repentance of sinners. Once again: The biblical standard is exceptionally strict compared to what is generally portrayed as “morally good” in our world. Sex with anyone except your covenant spouse is … Continue reading
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Tagged Arminianism, Biblical Law, binary logic, Calvinism, human reason, legalism, Pharisaism, theological controversies, worldliness
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The Logic of Biblical Death Penalties
In the Covenant of Moses, the entire nation is adopted by God into His personal household. As you might expect, He holds certain minimal expectations for those living in His household. In theory, if He were to pass from the … Continue reading
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Tagged ANE, Biblical Law, covenant community of faith, Creation, feudalism, human government, Law Covenants, Satan
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The Bible on Trust
When discussing high-trust versus low-trust in human culture, I want to note something about Scripture’s position. If you review the Covenant of Moses, the commands lay out an expectation of high trust. You’ll see requirements to return your neighbor’s wandering … Continue reading
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Tagged ANE, Biblical Law, Law of Moses, otherworldly, scripture, trusting in god, Two Realms
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A Social Ideal
What would be our social ideal? I’m not trying to speak for Radix Fidem here; this is just my personal standards, and what I would teach my own local covenant family. Keep in mind that we are all fully aware … Continue reading
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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Tagged Biblical Law, covenants, divine revelation, New Testament, old testament, shalom, testimony
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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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Tagged Biblical Law, covenant community of faith, covering, demons
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Long Lost Treasures
We cannot help people who aren’t under the Covenant of Christ. It’s not enough that one is spiritually reborn. He or she must also be fully and consciously committed to Christ as Lord over their entire existence. Every decision in … Continue reading
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Tagged Biblical Law, church, covenant community of faith, kingdom of heaven, religion, shalom, Two Realms, western christianity
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