It has often been said of me in recent days that I hate Christmas. “Hate” is most definitely a strong word, but I can’t disagree with the sentiment. Often by time Thanksgiving arrives, I’m sick of Christmas music, don’t want to go shopping for two months, and simply dread facing all the holiday fluff. Yet, … More the Child of Light
. . . so that through the church the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known to the rulers [arche] and authorities [exousia] in the heavenly places [epouranios]. Ephesians 3:10 Read it slowly. “The rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.” No earthly governmental leaders here. These are spiritual powers. And while “heavenly places” sounds … More dear rulers & authorities
Now that I have your attention, let me explain. I am not questioning whether or not preaching should exist. Nor am I questioning whether or not I should preach, though it was once suggested to me by a Southern Baptist pastor and professor {he was joking, but I say it counts}. Having pondered the picture of preaching … More to preach or not to preach
The book of Hebrews is just the right size. Long enough to get lost. Short enough to find a way to keep from getting lost. Solution? Chapter-number pictures, of course. No more of this “I think that’s in Hebrews somewhere” stuff. Alright, this is a test of your Hebrews knowledge. And a test of my … More hebrews in numbers
When you read Scripture, ask questions. Obvious questions. Unexpected questions. Silly questions. Non-sensical questions. Dumb questions. Just do yourself the favor, and ask away. It sets your brain in action. What’s the use in reading the Bible if you’re not thinking about it? “The vision of Isaiah the son of Amoz, which he saw concerning Judah … More a tale of four kings
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