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NT Doctrine — Romans 4-6

In Chapter 4, Paul gives the example of Abraham, the man whom all Jews count as their forefather. His calling and favor with God was before his obedience. His faith in God’s favor is what brought him into compliance with … Continue reading

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The Lie of Great Destinies

There are dozens of explanations of Frank Herbert’s Dune series of novels on places like YouTube. I won’t recommend any in particular; if it matters to you, it’s worth some time exploring it on your own. The only reason I … Continue reading

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Not Many

Then I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, “Now salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of His Christ have come, for the accuser of our brethren, who accused them before our God day … Continue reading

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A Glimpse of Mortal Frailty

Let me clarify something: A prophetic gift doesn’t exclude you from getting stuff wrong. It does make you very careful. This is not a cry for help. I’m explaining what it’s like for me. Different prophets in the Old Testament … Continue reading

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Is It Wrong to Be Human?

A critical element in the warfare we now see within the US is the business of shaming. It’s used as a bludgeon. The obvious answer to this to be a ghost who cannot be struck: Have no shame. It’s not … Continue reading

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Soldier of Humility

Maybe the concept is too subtle for the bottle-fed folks, but readers of this blog should be able to handle it. The Bible says we are fallen. It does not say humans will always take the most selfish path. It … Continue reading

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Start with Me (Reprise)

We all have gifts and assets from God. If your gifts are noticeable by the world at large, you will be tempted to use them according to worldly values. The greater any of those gifts are by the world’s estimation, … Continue reading

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The Mortality Filter

The hardest thing you’ll ever do is rewrite all the mental programming that demands you try to save this life and this world. Try to process: This world is damned and God will not permit it be saved. He wants … Continue reading

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The Philosophical Question of Violence

Violence is part of our fallen nature. If the world were more inclined to seek God’s favor and learn His revelation of how to live in a fallen state, there would still be violence. It cannot be quantified; there’s just … Continue reading

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Kingdom Special Forces

There are no elite troops in the Kingdom of Heaven. During my time in the Army, I encountered two kinds of people who belonged to so-called elite forces. There was the commando, the boasting warrior who could do most of … Continue reading

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