Tag Archives: covenant community of faith

The Drawing Power

Posted on August 5, 2017 by ehurst

How do you know? What’s the clue that religion is working as it should? To be honest, the only thing we have that most people can grasp readily is inner peace. So our biggest problem is getting people to be … Continue reading →

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Not for Me to Decide

Posted on July 11, 2017 by ehurst

The question came up again, and I suppose I need to rehash it one more time. We cannot resurrect the Old Testament social order. We are not aping the Hebrew culture; we are trying to understand the moral reasoning for … Continue reading →

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We Want More

Posted on June 7, 2017 by ehurst

Let me attempt to draw a picture here. I very much want a community, a fellowship based on shared beliefs. Not conformity and uniformity, because a primary doctrine at work here is the necessity of seeking to share what can … Continue reading →

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Contextual Law and Divorce

Posted on May 15, 2017 by ehurst

We struggle against a vast ocean of cultural bias against revelation. For example: Do you understand that communion and spiritual unity demands individuality? If you are not reaching for the fullness of your heritage in Christ as a unique individual … Continue reading →

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Network of Souls

Posted on November 4, 2013 by ehurst

If my religion is called “Kiln of the Soul,” then any covenant community of faith arising from that religion should be called the “Network of Souls.” I’ve offered discussion of DIY Religion in general and DIY Christianity. Both are tightly … Continue reading →

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