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Sacred Marriage, Esther; Rainbow Baseball; Ashamed of God

This week we have a strong theme running through our segments. Each deals with the intersection of the believer and the unbelieving world. Which shapes which? If that sounds like something that could help, and it should, maybe tune in … Continue reading

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What is the theology of glory and the theology of the cross?

We feel an appropriate tension in the relationship between Christians and the world. We serve a Lord who came to bring life abundant (John 10:10), who has overcome the world (John 16:33). Jesus is bringing all things under subjection (Ephesians … Continue reading

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The Absolute Fullness of the Great Commission

It is false to say that what we don’t know can’t hurt us, especially when it comes to the Bible. If ever there were anything we need to know, it is the very Word of God. That said, what is … Continue reading

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Lessons From Fools and Those Who Fool Them

Faith means believing God. If He said it, that settles it. Wisdom begins with the fear of God. The fear of God begins with believing God. And bad things happen when we don’t. One of the things we, both inside … Continue reading

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We Must Pray, With Fervor, Maranatha, Lord Jesus

I used to say “Last things last.” Eschatology was, I knew, not easy. I figured I, and others, should master the easier stuff before moving on. Eventually I came to understand that when God reveals something to us we have … Continue reading

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What is inflation? Another Case of Government Dishonesty

The economist Milton Friedman has said that his deepest regret was suggesting withholding to the Federal government. Time was that each of us used to have to write a check to pay our income taxes. That stings. When, however, someone … Continue reading

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Wealth, Poverty, Gratitude and the Giver of Good Gifts

“Two things I ask of you; deny them not to me before I die: Remove far from me falsehood and lying; give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with the food that is needful for me, lest I be … Continue reading

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Huldah the Prophetess; Doubting John (the Baptist) & More

Information, inspiration and a dash of consternation. Who could ask for anything more? Give a listen to this week’s podcast. Then go wild, repost it, call your friends on a landline, ask your local top 40 radio station to play … Continue reading

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Why is the government so consistently dishonest?

Because such is conducive to maintaining and growing power. If justice is the goal, honesty is a necessity. If power is the goal, honesty is a hindrance. I remember it like it was yesterday, my father telling me the story … Continue reading

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Someone is Wrong on the Internet: A Complaint

It takes two to tango, and that doesn’t even include the band. Our choices, our behaviors, are rarely as discreet as we think they are. Not only do our decisions bleed into our other decisions, they touch on other people’s … Continue reading

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