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Biblical Feudalism 05
In this vein, we now return to the fundamental mission of the Covenant. Christ commands us to go into all of the world and demonstrate the gospel. The problem is that this statement in English is weighed down with a … Continue reading
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The Priority of Redemption
Let’s talk a little about a distinctly Christian culture. Following Christ means doing things the way He did them. On the one hand, we recognize that He lived in a specific context that isn’t ours. On the other hand, we … Continue reading
NT Doctrine — 2 Corinthians 6
In the church at Corinth, those who complained Paul didn’t come to visit when promised likely included some who didn’t really want to see him. They just wanted to complain about him. That the church had finally done the right … Continue reading
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Sex and Biblical Law
Lots of noise over at Jack’s blog. It’s the comment section where so much of it can be heard. If you can’t or won’t wade through the comments, I won’t blame you. But by the same token, I will share … Continue reading
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Tagged Biblical Law, feudal obligations, human sexuality, Law and Grace, marriage
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Children of Heaven
It’s all about building the Kingdom of Heaven on earth. You are a citizen of His Kingdom, a child of His household. This is a feudal covenant. He is Your Lord and Father; your life new belongs to Him. All … Continue reading
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Law of Moses — 1 Kings 1
This is a long read, but there are important elements of feudalism in how this all happened. And Eastern feudalism is a prerequisite for the Covenant. David had 20 sons; 11 were considered in line for the throne. Amnon was … Continue reading
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Law of Moses — 2 Samuel 24
We need a couple of background reminders before this narrative makes any sense. Exodus 30:11-16 is where God gives instructions about taking a census. This was during the march from Egypt to the Promised Land, when technically God Himself was … Continue reading
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Law of Moses — 1 Samuel 15
We remember that the Amalekites harassed Israel during the Exodus, attacking the rear of the column where the infants, elderly and sick were riding in wagons. It was universally regarded as a cowardly act, the kind of thing for which … Continue reading
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Law of Moses — Deuteronomy 6
How would you maintain a feudal commitment to a Lord you never saw? In the previous chapter, Moses reminded the people that it was their own decision to avoid getting too close to God. They begged Moses to go and … Continue reading
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NT Doctrine — Acts 9:1-22
Jewish prejudices were being dismantled bit by bit. The Messiah overcame their murderous rejection and unilaterally declared a new Kingdom of Heaven. He opened the door to Diaspora Jews, Samaritans, and the ritually impure Ethiopian Eunuch. Now He’s going to … Continue reading →