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The Matrix as an Allegory of the early Church Father’s cosmology
The Matrix as an Allegory of the early Church Father's cosmology RIDDLE: WHAT DOES THE MOVIE "THE MATRIX" HAVE IN COMMON WITH THE EARLY CHURCH FATHERS' VIEW
Did the Early Church Fathers Believe in Spiritual Warfare?
Did the Early Church Fathers Believe in Spiritual Warfare? The early Church fathers took spiritual warfare very seriously. They believed that Satanic forces were involved in every
Jesus Saw Saw Satan Fall Like Lightning… and So Can We
Jesus Saw Saw Satan Fall Like Lightning... and So Can We Did God do all the killing and destroying in the Old Testament, as those passages, by
Is the thief of John 10:10 Talking About Satan?
Is the thief of John 10:10 Talking About Satan? "The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that
Does the Holy Spirit Just Stand There and Let the Devil Do His thing?
Does the Holy Spirit Just Stand There and Let the Devil Do His thing? How does Satan kill? What is the process that allows the devil to
Are Lucifer and Satan the same Person?
Are Lucifer and Satan the same Person? Many today are claiming there is no scriptural evidence to link the identities of Satan and Lucifer together. That is
If Satan Has Already Been Defeated by Jesus, Why is Spiritual Warfare Still Going On?
If Satan Has Already Been Defeated by Jesus, Why is Spiritual Warfare Still Going On? Jesus has defeated Satan, sin, Hell, and death in the unseen realm.
Why Couldn’t Old Testament Saints Handle the Truth About Satan?
Why Couldn't Old Testament Saints Handle the Truth About Satan? Only New Covenant Spirit-Baptized believers can handle the full truth about Satan. Jesus once started to share
DID THE JEWS BELIEVE SATAN WAS “REAL?”
DID THE JEWS BELIEVE SATAN WAS "REAL?" Some today are theorizing that belief in a personal Satan has NEVER been in the Hebraic mindset. These theorizers suggest
INTRO: Is Satan Real?
INTRO: Is Satan Real? There is a growing theological movement today which seeks to cast Satan as a dark principle RATHER than a dark personage, a toxic
Better the Devil you Know
Better the Devil You Know? “Better the devil you know than the devil you don't.” Irish Proverb. The problem arises when we each know a "different devil."
The two keys to discerning a legitimate allegory: is it “feasible” and is it “beneficial?”
The two keys to discerning a legitimate allegory: is it "feasible" and is it "beneficial?" Is it permissible for two Christians to read the same Scripture and
What do we tell our children about the violent OT God?
What do we tell our children about the violent OT God? Before I answer that question, I want to propose a thought experiment which will highlight how
But aren’t we supposed to read the Bible precept upon precept and line upon line?
But aren't we supposed to read the Bible precept upon precept and line upon line? Aren't we supposed to read the Bible literally, "precept upon precept, line
In what Specific ways does the Holy Spirit Help us Read the Bible?
In what Specific ways does the Holy Spirit Help us Read the Bible? We all need help to read the Bible. The Holy Spirit is that help.
25 Reasons not to Read the Bible “Just” Literally
25 Reasons not to Read the Bible "Just" Literally Karl Barth once said that he loved the Old Testament too much to read it JUST literally. I
Is the “Logos-Word of God” the Bible?
Is the "Logos-Word of God" the Bible? There is much confusion and commingling of three vital, but very distinct, New Testament terms. This confusion often ends up
The Three Very Different Ways People Read the Bible
The Three Very Different Ways People Read the Bible Here are some key dynamics to remember HOW we read and interpret Biblical texts. First, everybody, and I
THOUGHT EXPERIMENT ON THE INSPIRATION OF SCRIPTURE
THOUGHT EXPERIMENT ON THE INSPIRATION OF SCRIPTURE One day during prayer, the Lord lifts your mind's eye to see a wonderfully weaved tapestry hanging in the courts
Is the Protestant Canon Reliable?
Is the Protestant Canon Reliable? I have seen quite a few argue lately that because there are several different Biblical Canons among various Christian groups, that somehow
HOW CAN WE “KNOW” THE BIBLE IS TRUE?
HOW CAN WE "KNOW" THE BIBLE IS TRUE? Many today are demanding that the Bible prove itself as divinely inspired and authentic. The legitimacy of the Scripture
FOUR REASONS THE EARLY CHURCH DID NOT BELIEVE “HELL” LASTS FOREVER
Today, many people disagree on how guilty criminals should be treated. Is the purpose of punishment, the argument goes, to rehabilitate the criminal by reforming his character?
FIVE ESSAYS ON DEFINING THE “INSPIRATION” OF SCRIPTURE:
1) Many today are demanding that the Bible prove itself as divinely inspired and authentic. The motives of its writers are challenged. The legitimacy of the cannon
Wrath of God, Wrath of Man, or Wrath of Satan?
Wrath of God, Wrath of Man, or Wrath of Satan? After reading several recent articles about "the wrath of God," it has suddenly hit me why there
6 ARTICLES ON THE ISSUE OF WHETHER CHRISTIANITY ENDORSES VIOLENCE OF ANY KIND
1) THE NUCLEAR POWER OF FORGIVENESS! Do you know why it's best to turn the other cheek, walk the extra mile, give the additional coat? Do you
