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The Last Nail

Posted on January 31, 2023 by ehurst

I like this. It took too long to see it published. Be sure you scan the comments, too. I’ve said in the past that the various disputes between factions in the first few centuries of Church History were almost entirely … Continue reading →

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Make the Devil Smile

Posted on December 23, 2022 by ehurst

I’m not taking any prisoners on this one. I’ve grown weary of people repeating the lies of Satan — about Satan. There’s a whole bunch of noise out there from alt-media and liberty-minded folks about something they claim is satanic. … Continue reading →

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A History of Jewish Predation

Posted on December 8, 2022 by ehurst

Obviously, I am an antisemite. Of course, the proper definition of the word “antisemite” is anyone Jews do not like. Further, it identifies anyone who resists Jewish manipulation and their predatory agenda. The Apostle John was just such an antisemite, … Continue reading →

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The Scale of Things

Posted on November 22, 2022 by ehurst

Solomon said that all is futility and chasing after the wind. He was referring to typical human concerns, as opposed to the deeper moral issues of Eternity. The rest of the Bible makes it clear that the only way to … Continue reading →

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Flesh and Law

Posted on October 30, 2022 by ehurst

If you are going to cite Romans 6:14, make sure you keep it in the context of the whole chapter, at least. Paul talks about how grace does not set us free to break God’s Law. Rather, grace is a … Continue reading →

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Don’t Barge In

Posted on September 25, 2022 by ehurst

Sometimes I need to post reminders. This is a pastoral blog. This blog is the pulpit for a virtual parish, a “virtual church” if you will. It’s purpose is to encourage faith and what faith demands. It is not for … Continue reading →

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Desire, Not Duty

Posted on September 24, 2022 by ehurst

You folks need to repent. When I read between the lines, the dominant theme of writing about church religion these days reeks of a rejection of divine standards. Let’s make this clear folks: God’s Law is the nature of reality. … Continue reading →

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Redemption and Typology

Posted on August 16, 2022 by ehurst

Yeah, what he said. The world in which our God placed us is rich with opportunities for redemption in our own lives, and to participate in His redemption of others. First, I need to note that the Catacomb Resident Blog … Continue reading →

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New Testament Doctrine — Addenda 01

Posted on October 11, 2021 by ehurst

This will be inserted into our series of lessons showing the continuity between the Old and New Testaments. We have just finished an examination of Matthew 5:17-48 in several lessons. A critical element is that you understand the context: The … Continue reading →

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He Is the Law

Posted on October 6, 2021 by ehurst

There is no clear and logical break point. When we talk about renewing the Covenant, you are not supposed to start thinking in precise definition of terms. That’s the wrong approach to anything regarding faith and religion. You are supposed … Continue reading →

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