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The Cosmic Mission of Christmas
Note: The below is a manuscript from a recent small group teaching in my local church. I have preserved the…
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Apologetics
Did Early Christians Practice Socialism or Communism?
To the chagrin of many Christians today, it may be surprising to learn that some scholars and laypersons have, throughout…
Apologetics
The “New” Objective Morality
The final days of the 20th century and beginning days of the 21st were rife with socio-political drama. But they…
Apologetics
The Accounts of History: The Truth About Bible “Stories”
Growing up in a profoundly Christian context, I was surrounded by Bible “stories.” Much of my life can be expressed…
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The Watchers, Babel, and God’s “Choice” of Israel
Why did God choose Israel? Have you ever thought about that? Throughout the biblical record, we see an emphasis on…
Apologetics
Modern Science ≠ General Revelation
In the origins debate, no shortage of ink has been spilled on the subject of the applicability of the Bible…
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Holy War: The Theology of Baptism
It is generally indisputable that there are two primary “ordinances” the church has been given: Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.…
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Evangelism and Exponential Growth
We live in a day where the idea of evangelism has become taboo in some circles; and, where some see…
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Daniel: A Portrait of Prayer, Power, and Prophecy
The book of Daniel gives multiple accounts of life during the Babylonian exile. In this week's podcast and blog (which…
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Evolution and Abiogenesis: Different, or the Same?
Although evolution and abiogenesis are two very important parts of the origins conversation, there is often some confusion about how…
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The 5 Contexts of Biblical Interpretation
When we think about “context” there are certain concepts that come to mind involving grammar, genre, literary devices, and other…
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God in the Garden in the Cool of the Day: A Man, or a Myth?
What kind of relationship did God have with Adam and Eve? Depending upon how you understand a particular pericope in…