**This entry addresses the implications of Pt 2-A. DO GHOSTS EXIST? According to the Bible, there is no “intermediate state.” Years ago, while surfing through TV channels, I came across a “ghost expert” waxing eloquent. Educating the world on ghosts, he said, “Ghosts are spirits that weren’t quite finished completing their mission on earth. Hence, … Continue reading Biblical Demonology – Do Ghosts exist? Can we communicate with the dead?
Biblical Demonology – Pt 2 of 4 – “Like master, like student.”
LIKE MASTER, LIKE STUDENT Satan is the consummate narcissist, sociopath, and psychopath – and so are his demons. The following characteristics overlap, yet each possesses its own distinct nuance. (1) Demons are liars. Jared Wilson, in his book ‘The Gospel According to Satan’ writes, "Before there was death, there was the lie. But before the … Continue reading Biblical Demonology – Pt 2 of 4 – “Like master, like student.”
Biblical Demonology – Pt 1 of 4 – “What do demons believe?”
"There are two equal and opposite errors into which our race can fall about the devils. One is to disbelieve in their existence. The other is to believe, and to feel an excessive and unhealthy interest in them. They themselves are equally pleased by both errors..." C.S. Lewis; The Screwtape Letters The late British theologian, … Continue reading Biblical Demonology – Pt 1 of 4 – “What do demons believe?”
The Danger of Force-Fitting Scripture into Current Events
No, Leviticus 8:22-24 & 14:14, and Ephesians 6:11 do not directly apply to Donald Trump and his assassination attempt. Social media is ablaze with people posting what they interpret as freaky parallels between the passages cited above and Trump’s survival after the recent assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania on July 13th. It’s curious, … Continue reading The Danger of Force-Fitting Scripture into Current Events
Wise War
Solomon’s son, Rehoboam, was an arrogant fool. His foolishness was manifested in an ego the size of ancient Persia, which resulted in him always believing he was the smartest person in the room. Ever known (or worked with) someone like that? Me too, unfortunately. One of the metanarratives of the Old Testament book of Proverbs … Continue reading Wise War
A scared world needs a fearless Church
Courage will now be your best defense against the storm that is at hand." Gandalf, Lord of the Rings Stand up for truth and it’s guaranteed those who champion “tolerance” will cancel you, demonstrating intolerance, hatred, and bigotry in its purest form. There will always be bullies. "Above all,” one writer wrote, “we must have … Continue reading A scared world needs a fearless Church
Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation
During a break at a conference I attended I was reading an introductory book on cosmology. When I arrived at the author’s comments on Isaac Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation I just sat in awe. Like you, I’ve heard of the Law before but never really just sat back and let it soak in. Newton’s … Continue reading Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation
Infinity vs. Eternity
Q: Since the universe cannot logically be infinite (infinite regress), is it not logical that God can also not be infinite? A: This very good question does indeed rule out a concept of God who is "infinite" as the English word is defined. But, rather than described as "infinite," the God of the Bible is … Continue reading Infinity vs. Eternity
My response to actor, Brian Cox
Brian Cox is an outstanding actor. He's also a weak thinker, and egregiously disrespectful. His words in the May 1st, NY Post article are bigoted, intolerant, and hateful. The Post records Cox making the following asinine statements: “The Bible is one of the worst books ever, for me, from my point of view. Because it … Continue reading My response to actor, Brian Cox
The Psalms: Life in Every Key – Pt 1
I've been in the Psalms for quite a while now in my daily readings/devotional times with Jesus. It's my favorite of all 66 books in the Bible. Why? Author, Philip Yancey, puts it best: "More than any other book in the Bible, the Psalms reveal what a heartfelt, soul-starved, single-minded relationship with God looks like." … Continue reading The Psalms: Life in Every Key – Pt 1