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Mar 04
HERMENEUTICS (1)
Yes, the word of our title is one of the more hated words among those who say they believe the Bible. Why is this? One replies, “It is not in the Bible; therefore, why should I know anything about it?” Another says, “One interpretation is just as good as another!” Merriam-Webster gives this as the …
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Feb 25
LOOKING OUT THE WINDOW (2)
Another view of “Looking out the window!” In the first article on this subject our attention was on the positive; the beauty of God’s physical world and what so many fail to see. The God-rejecter sees it all, but has no one to give thanks for it; while the believer knows from who all blessings …
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Feb 17
LOOKING OUT THE WINDOW (1)
Life gives us many opportunities and some of them come upon us before we are ready! God’s blessings are not limited to age, however; as there is not one who has been born who is not blessed by God’s love, kindness, and generosity. Of course, there are some, and this number is growing, who have …
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Feb 11
THE PROBLEM WITH A MORAL STANDARD? (2)
How do we as Americans determine a “moral standard” for this nation?” America has been debating this question for years! There are two basic thoughts: 1) mankind will make their own moral standard; and 2) “the teaching of Christ” is the only true moral standard! Here we recall the words from the first article: “Consistency—the …
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Feb 04
THE PROBLEM WITH A MORAL STANDARD? (1)
There is a great debate taking place about morals! It is not new; neither are the two sides of the debate: 1) the New Testament – the teaching of Christ, and 2) the mind of mankind! The word “mankind” is used, as no one person has the authority to determine a moral standard than does …
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Jan 28
THE MYSTERY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT (7)
Was the conviction, conversion, and sanctification of Cornelius-and those with him- the result of “the mystery of the Holy Spirit”: a direct action of the Holy Spirit upon the heart/mind? If so, the text is silent on the subject! Yet, to hear some talk, you would think the case of conviction, conversion, and sanctification of …
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Jan 21
THE MYSTERY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT (6)
In this sixth article on the subject: “The Mystery of the Holy Spirit,” we shall examine one of the more popular cases of conversion; as it appears to many folks to have all the “mystery” elements within it. It is the case of the conversion of the household of Cornelius which is covered by the …
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Jan 11
THE MYSTERY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT (5)
What is the “The modus operandi of the Holy Spirit,” or what is “the method of procedure; especially: the distinct pattern or method of operation” of the Holy Spirit in the cases of conviction and conversion in the New Testament? Many in the world of “Christendom” (those who claim to be Christians) regard the work …
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Jan 07
THE MYSTERY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT (4)
The articles, which this is the fourth, is where we are pre-supposing that the Holy Spirit is a mystery. This is not to say that it is true! It is in fact, an accommodating term, as so many believe it to be true! In the last article, “the modus operandi of the Holy Spirit” was …
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Dec 30
NO “NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS”
Breathe easy, as the “New Year” is to start today; that the first article of the year is calling upon you to make no New Year’s resolutions; that few, very few, ever keep anyway! So, why not make a “New Year’s Resolution” for losing weight during the year 2017? Yes, these words were written just …
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