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Foul Winds

The fundamental concept of sin is arguing with God. In terms of the Law Covenants, God places a very high priority on social stability (shalom). His revelation obliges us to act consistent with His character, which is woven into the … Continue reading

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Not the Apocalypse, Part 3

It’s personal. You can’t make it otherwise. The very fabric of Creation itself is personal because that’s how God makes it and remakes it every day. It wasn’t made and then allowed to run on without Him; it continues only … Continue reading

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Not the Apocalypse, Part 1

We don’t care whether it was the chicken or the egg that came first; it won’t make any difference on the moral plane. We know how it works here and now and mucking around with it only causes problems. God … Continue reading

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The Logic of Radix Fidem

(See the “Radix Fidem” tab above for an explanation of the label.) The mystical mind need not be impractical. I just wanted to offer a quick review for all the new subscribers to this blog. One of our biggest problems … Continue reading

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Oriented

In strictest terms, to “orient” oneself is to face the east as the place of the rising sun. It so happens that, in terms of fundamental assumptions about reality, we would do far better to face the Ancient Near East, … Continue reading

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The Confusion Is on Our End

God is not silent, but His voice can be hard to discern. We can’t turn back the tides of human civilization. God allows certain things to go in certain directions according to His own inscrutable and ineffable plans. However, He … Continue reading

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Background on Greece and Debt

First: Let’s remind ourselves that Greece is a county like other countries in that there are lots of people with conflicting desires, plans, hopes and dreams. I’ve often panned the Greeks in historical terms for poisoning the world with their … Continue reading

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Communion = Dependence

We are designed for communion. While the priority is on communion with our Creator, it seems rather necessary that we are able to commune with our own inner selves first. However, at some point you quickly run into the necessity … Continue reading

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The Power of Truth

It makes a difference. Heart-led obedience to the Lord is a partnership. You conform yourself to the moral fabric of Creation and experience the full joy and power His personal Presence. The very core of this kind of abundant life … Continue reading

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New Page: Radix Fidem

God’s sense of timing is nothing like ours. In Scripture, we find ourselves confronted with a sense of “when it’s ready” or ripeness. I’ve avoided coming up with a name for the religion I teach here, content for many years … Continue reading

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