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HTCG 02f
Chapter 2 continues. Section D: The Impression of God Part 1: The Israelite Image of God Boman starts off introducing the term “theriomorphic” — having the form of a beast. He talks about the Old Testament representation of Jehovah paganized … Continue reading
Posted in teaching
Tagged heart-led, Hebrew Mysticism, human senses, literalism, moral discernment, Moses
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Abiding Wrath of God
Does God punish nations for wickedness? Of course He does. However, He has made it clear that His agenda includes using such nations for His divine purposes. His purposes exceed our understanding, but He sometimes gives hints. The hints in … Continue reading
Posted in tribulation
Tagged America, fleshly nature, God's wrath, moral discernment, politics, predestination, worldliness
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No Rescue Here
The Woman at the Well made an off-hand comment to Jesus about “when the Messiah comes” that was totally consistent with the fervor of the times. The entire nation of Israel understood Daniel’s prophecy and that it was about time … Continue reading
Posted in sanity
Tagged Eternity, human achievement, insignificance, messianic expectations, moral discernment
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Tracking Two Realms
Nothing in this human existence matters on a par with the Presence of the Holy Spirit. Of course, His absence also matters. But it’s not all or nothing in the sense of how His Presence affects us. There is that … Continue reading
Posted in sanity
Tagged Dominionism, moral discernment, politics, shalom, spiritual family, Theonomy
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Related Questions on the Covenant
We are no longer an earthly nation; we are a nation of hearts. We no longer have a Temple and accompanying rituals; we are the Temple. When Paul encouraged people to be diligent in studying the Old Testament (their Bible … Continue reading
Posted in bible
Tagged Biblical Law, Law Covenants, moral discernment, Noah's Covenant, ritual observances, the Covenant of Moses
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Spiritual Warfare 04
Questions and Problems One of the biggest problems we face in seeking a biblical understanding of Spiritual Warfare is the mythology of our pagan Western culture piled on top of the truth. The truth is still there, but it’s buried … Continue reading
Posted in teaching
Tagged ANE, conflict, divine heritage, heart-led, moral discernment, Satan, spiritual warfare
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Spiritual Warfare 03
Don’t be caught in legalism, because that’s just another lie of the Devil. The bulk of popular mythology about fighting demons stands on a legalistic application of English translations of New Testament events. Without taking the time to understand the … Continue reading
Posted in teaching
Tagged Charismatics, demons, moral discernment, religious rituals, spiritual warfare
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Introspection Required for Penitence
This is not a rule; it’s a tendency. Apparently it’s shocking enough to our American culture that it warrants making a point of it on a regular basis. I’m not referring to having that inner conversation some of us keep … Continue reading
Don’t Kill It
Another thing that’s been cooking in the back of my soul is that not everything children do is childish. On the one hand there is that verse about putting away childish things, but then Jesus also said regarding children, “of … Continue reading
Posted in teaching
Tagged childhood, human sexuality, idolatry, marriage, moral discernment, pedophilia, social mythology
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Getting Ready for It
One twitch of the Father’s finger can bring giant changes for mankind. I’m going to babble for a moment because I can’t just keep this to myself. I’ll try to keep it as coherent as I can, but it’s not … Continue reading
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Tagged human vanity, moral discernment, prayer, tribulation
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