Category Archives: theology

The World and All

The Sadducees and Pharisees were no dummies. They just weren’t as smart as their enemy. As we read through the gospel accounts it seems their strategy was simple- they would put an end to Jesus by forcing him to destroy … Continue reading →

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Lisa and I review The Aeronaughts, M is for Man and Addicted to Mediocrity

Today’s Jesus Changes Everything

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Ask RC- How can I know if I’m saved? 5 Key Principles

There is no greater personal issue than our relationship with the living God. There are no greater stakes imaginable than the difference between eternal torment and eternal bliss. As such it is no wonder that so many struggle with issues … Continue reading →

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The Law of Grace and the Grace of Law

Some call them “Nice Nazis.” These are those stormtroopers, some professing Christians, some not, who can be counted to race to the aid of the accused. That is, if I say, “It is wrong to do X” the “Nice Nazi” … Continue reading →

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Humanism, Apostasy and Perseverance and More…

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We must stop the psychological equivalent of selling indulgences.

Tetzel, the seller of indulgences that first got Dr. Luther’s goat, was known for a rather crass sales pitch. “As soon as the coin in the coffer rings, the soul from Purgatory springs.” This practice is what sparked the Reformation. … Continue reading →

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J Is for Jesus, Rookmaaker’s Modern Art and No One to Thank

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Arianism, Testimonies, Chickens, Eggs and Roman Authority

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Ask RC- Should Christians obey the Old Testament law?

Of course. Well, wait, it’s complicated. Most Christians agree that we are not to obey what Bible scholars call “the ceremonial law.” The notion that a believer must be circumcised was a critical battle while the New Testament was being … Continue reading →

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Imputation, Infusion and Eternal Consequence: A Parable

Also He spoke this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: “Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood and … Continue reading →

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