Tag Archives: divine revelation

Moral Mechanics

In common English vernacular, His name is Jehovah. Never mind how we got that; it’s just a silly tail-chasing exercise to insist on using the alleged “more accurate” version, Yahweh. Everyone knows who we’re talking about, so don’t look for … Continue reading

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Shepherding and the Glimmer

Without that holy glimmer, you aren’t going to understand. The entire universe is under a curse. If you can’t at least humor me on that, I suggest you’ll waste your time reading this blog, because it’s the basic assumption behind … Continue reading

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Psalm 14

In Hebrew thinking, the concept of “fool” is someone devoid of moral perception. Almost every other human talent can be present in abundance, but without using God’s revelation as a reference point, you cannot possibly be acceptable to Him. The … Continue reading

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Threat Assessment 2

In the first century, it took significant funding for a handful of guys and gals to wander from town to town and present the gospel message. That was how you spread a new idea, by traveling to the next place … Continue reading

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Certain Uncertainty

I’m unsure of where to place to blame. They thunder with obscene certainty that this or that course of action is God’s demand. While we might justly question the identity of the “God” they cite, it’s enough to note these … Continue reading

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EH&D 11

(This is a serialization of the draft for my book, Expectations, Hopes and Dreams. This is the final chapter.) The Mission When your expectations are consistent with God’s intentions, your hopes and dreams will rest in His glory. A stated … Continue reading

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Redemption and Restoration

Sister Wildcucumber raises a very good point: We’re told by many a guru that we must meditate ourselves away and out of this physical realm, daily, if we seek enlightenment. This world is illusion — you know the drill. But … Continue reading

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Tired of Living?

Turn on your Bible memory. If I drag in every Scripture reference that supports and explains this, we’ll be here all day. You are accountable to God for familiarity with His revelation. As recorded in the Gospels, during those moments … Continue reading

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Flaming Sword of Future

Islamic scholars say you cannot really understand the Quran until you read it in Arabic. The issue is not making your own internal translation from Arabic into your native tongue, but translating your mind into Arabic thought. Frankly, the Bible … Continue reading

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The Cult of Success

One of the most pervasive and pernicious cults in the world is the Cult of Success. Jesus died on the Cross and called it “victory.” Absorb that for a moment. How easily we forget that the fundamental Laws of God … Continue reading

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