First, it is unfortunate that Deuteronomy, and the Pentateuch as a whole, are for the most part ignored. They are a part of divine revelation and as such should be discussed a bit more. In all fairness I am also guilty of this. I admit that I am not a priest or deacon, but do... Continue Reading →
Report highlights increased levels of Christian persecution in China
A new report from ChinaAid, a non-governmental Christian non-profit that focuses on human rights abuses and religious freedom in China, is drawing attention to increased levels of persecution in the Asian nation. The data presents a variety of forms of persecution, including sinicization, educational reforms, and widespread rights abuses, while highlighting how the laws of... Continue Reading →
Charges dropped, for now, against woman arrested for praying silently outside UK abortion clinic
“It’s important to me that I can continue my vital work in supporting women who’d like to avoid abortion if they only had some help,” she said. “In order to do so, it’s vital that I have clarity as to my legal status. Many of us need an answer as to whether it’s still lawful…Charges... Continue Reading →
Jeremiah 29 And A Message Of Hope
The book of Jeremiah is a book filled with tragedy, beauty, and redemption. Jeremiah 29 takes place after the exile of the people to Babylon. In 597 B.C., the king Jehoiachin surrendered to the conquering Babylonian empire and the nobility were exiled to Babylon[1]. To fully understand the context of Jeremiah 29 it is helpful... Continue Reading →
Can We Be Saints?
According to Servant of God Frank Duff, the answer is yes. In his 32-page booklet published under the same name in 1929, he explains how. Who Is a Saint? Duff says that few Catholics seriously attempt to become a saint because they don’t understand what a saint is and don’t believe sainthood is achievable. They... Continue Reading →
The Son Of Man Is Lord Over The Sabbath
"At that time Jesus went through the grainfields on the sabbath; his disciples were hungry, and they began to pluck heads of grain and to eat. 2 When the Pharisees saw it, they said to him, “Look, your disciples are doing what is not lawful to do on the sabbath.” 3 He said to them, “Have you not read... Continue Reading →
Solidarity With The Persecuted
I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Gia Chacon of forthemartyrs.com. We discussed the plight of our brothers and sisters in nations such as North Korea, China, and many other nations. Now more than ever these persecuted Christians need out support. Let us stand in solidarity with them. Solidarity With The Martyrs On... Continue Reading →
Biblical Inerrancy Among Evangelicals from 1900-Present
When one studies the history of the evangelical movement it is fairly easy to see the foundation. However, it is also beneficial to determine what an evangelical is. Many today use the term, but they mean it in a different sense than what has been historically understood. An evangelical is more than a protestant church... Continue Reading →
Two Types of Kings
Throughout the history if the Israelites we see a constant theme. We see the turning away from YHWH in one form or another . We also see that YHWH never washes His hands of them, but always brings them back into the fold . However they suffered much from their sins, and much like a Father to... Continue Reading →