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by Daryl WinerdThe argument is tight and convincing. 9/10I could wish that they had dealt with Rom. 7:2-3 in its own chapter. Also, the syllogism of Eph. 5:25:
1. A husband must be like Jesus Christ.
2. Jesus Christ never divorces His wife.
Conclus…Though he ought to have loved his wife by listening and asking better questions, Sir Percy took risks in a noble cause and devoted his life to preserving the lives of others.by Tim MarshallGeography heavily influences the politics and economies of the world’s nations.An interesting and perhaps important book which educates the citizen to vital factors about the region and country to which he is obligated to vote, pray, …
by John BunyanPerhaps the greatest book ever written outside the Bible.For its glorious and compelling presentation of Christ as well as intensity that comes straight from Scripture, this book deserves more honor than Pilgrim’s Progress.
Plot:
1….Feminism is one more wave of attack on Western culture. 7/10.
Tag Archives: Hermeneutics
Can a Godly Man Lead His Family into Danger?
Two Fences Not to be Crossed If any provide not for his own, and specially those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel. Paul’s first letter to Timothy But also, I endure … Continue reading
Posted in Ethical dilemmas, Hermeneutics, Missions
Tagged Ethics, Family, Hermeneutics, Missions
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Arguments Forbidding Divorce and Remarriage
Having briefly listed the arguments allowing for divorce and remarriage, we proceed to an annotated summary of the arguments against divorce and remarriage. This post is longer because of the observations about the exception clause, but I’m trying to treat … Continue reading
Posted in Divorce, Ethical dilemmas, Hermeneutics, Pastoral
Tagged 1 Corinthians, Church culture, Divorce, Hermeneutics, Matthew 19, Remarriage
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Arguments Allowing for Divorce and Remarriage
As I preach through 1 Corinthians, I am grappling with divorce and remarriage. In the next few posts, I’m going to summarize the major arguments, then critique those arguments, and then offer some final conclusions. First come the arguments allowing … Continue reading
Posted in Divorce, Ethical dilemmas, Hermeneutics, Pastoral
Tagged 1 Corinthians, Divorce, Ethical dilemmas, Hermeneutics, Matthew 19, Remarriage
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The Pastor Who Preached in Boxer Shorts
A parable for all those missional types Once upon a time there was a pastor of a church somewhere just above smallish. Living and preaching outside the city of Coolumbus for over a decade had given him plenty of time … Continue reading
Posted in Hermeneutics, Inconsistency, Orthopathy, Pastoral
Tagged Bad logic, Church culture, Hermeneutics, Inconsistency
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How to Unite a Divided Church
Surprises lurk in the most unexpected places in Scripture. Sometimes in familiar passages. Last week I preached from 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 and discovered an unexpected tool to unify Christians. If you’re in a rush, at least skip to the end … Continue reading
Posted in Pastoral
Tagged 1 Corinthians, Christian unity, Church culture, Church unity, Hermeneutics, Monergism
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Mentally Bad or Morally Bad?
As one surveys the political field of nearly any country, it doesn’t take long before you find those in power making inexplicable decisions. I recall hearing George W. Bush mocked as the “stupidest president” America has ever had, and an … Continue reading
Posted in Ethical dilemmas
Tagged Communication, Hermeneutics, Mentally bad, Morally bad, Rules for communication
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Metaphoric Fire
Now do not begin telling me that that is metaphorical fire: who cares for that? If a man were to threaten to give me a metaphorical blow on the head, I should care very little about it; he would be … Continue reading
We Are All Cessationists
In light of the Strange Fire Conference from last week, and the apparently negative press that John MacArthur is receiving, this may be a good time to demonstrate that Reformed Charismatics are cessationists too. Of the gifts listed in Scripture, … Continue reading
“Six Work Periods and One Rest Period”
The pattern is six work periods and one rest period. Hugh Ross’ explanation of Exodus 20:11 “For in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, and rested the seventh day. Therefore the … Continue reading
Posted in Hermeneutics, Inconsistency, Quotes
Tagged Creation, Evolution, Hermeneutics, Hugh Ross, Old Earth, Quotes, Theistic Evolution
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