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Elder and Judge

Eldercraft is my term for the collection of skills and experiences necessary for being a biblical elder. We define “elder” as half of the leadership team described in the Bible as God’s Two Witnesses: priest and king. A biblical king … Continue reading

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We Are Not in the Clear

(Passing note: Today marks eight years on this blog.) I am familiar with the so-called right-wing conservative Christian segment of America’s population. My familiarity is due to coming out of that. As with every existing subculture, there is good and … Continue reading

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Heart Without Fear

It’s not enough to suggest that we fear too much or the wrong things. Our Western heritage includes a depth and kind of fear that is completely foreign to Scripture. Our programmed reactions to things includes a dark and sinister … Continue reading

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