Intro Who’s read “Revelation”, the last book in the Bible? Anecdotally, it seems most preachers avoid it. No surprise then, most churchgoers don’t read it Of course, some do. I recently had the privilege of reading through the Revelation with a Bible Study group at my local church. It was fascinating to read what’s actually […]
Jesus in the Revelation Read More »
Intro Random origins refers to the concept that there really was no design in the formation of the world around us, no design in nature etc. In other words, imagine if everything we see, hear, feel, smell, touch, even ourself is the product of some random randomness in the cosmos. I guess the real issue
what’s with random origins of life? Read More »
Intro The Athanasian Creed and numerous versions of the Apostles Creed say so. “….. I believe in Jesus Christ …..He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended into hell …..”. Therefore, each week possibly millions of church goers declare it as so when they recite either Creed. But does that
did Jesus visit hell? really? Read More »
Intro The central work of Jesus was making atonement for us all and His death on the Cross accomplished this. There are numerous facets to the work of Jesus that, although seeming to be separate works, all form the purpose of His coming to earth as a man. Consequently, destroying the works of the devil,
the work of Jesus part II – atonement on the Cross Read More »
Intro The previous article, “God’s relationship with man”, identified the relentless, loving pursuit by God of His rebellious people. His desire was to re-establish His conversational relationship with man since the day Adam rebelled. He was keen to re-unite what sin had pulled apart. Before He created the world He had planned the solution, ….
the work of Jesus part I – here on the planet Read More »
Intro Whenever something brings suffering, there’s a tendency to blame God even if that doesn’t make sense. That is, contradicts what the Bible reveals about God’s character. Even some within the church can ask “If God is a Good God then how could He ….?” (see “Suffering Part I”). Holding God accountable for every bad
what’s God’s relationship with man? Read More »
Intro Someone being balanced in life would travel life’s journey something like this …… In general, society does think better of people who present as being balanced in their lifestyle. Therefore, the unspoken goal is a well-rounded approach to life (family, work, sport, social etc). That is, no extremes of anything but a more middle-of-the-road
only 1 way of being balanced but what does it mean? Read More »
Intro We have to be honest, life on earth is not all ‘sweet and easy’ and the Bible doesn’t imply that it is, nor will be. On the contrary. There are a variety of tough experiences (causing suffering) to deal with along the way. The daily news seems to be full of them.∞ drugs ∞
why suffering if there is an awesome God of love? Read More »