Introduction Last week we began to explore the concept of the Trinity. We discussed the idea’s origin and early concepts and finished with a description of Trinitarianism, the explanation prevalent in many modern Christian denominations. Trinitarianism explains the one God and the Trinity as the “Three in One”; three distinct entities/personalities: the Father, the Son … Continue reading “… in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost …” Matthew 28:19 The Trinity, Part II
Author: Richard
“Be very firm, then, to keep and do all that is written in the book of the law…” Joshua 23:6 The Bible
Opening and the central Question One of the crucial questions every Christian must decide for themselves is what they believe about the Bible. Each must decide where and how the Bible fits into and informs their faith. What level of authority are we to ascribe to it, and how important is it to our understanding … Continue reading “Be very firm, then, to keep and do all that is written in the book of the law…” Joshua 23:6 The Bible
“Be … firm … to keep and do all that is written in the …law…” Joshua 23:6 The Bible, Part II
Introduction Last week we started our discussion of the Bible, and how it’s viewed from what I believe to be the three main theological perspectives most popular today: Fundamentalist, Modern, and Modified. We covered the Fundamentalist View last week. This week we’ll dive into the Modern and Modified Views. I suggest you may want to … Continue reading “Be … firm … to keep and do all that is written in the …law…” Joshua 23:6 The Bible, Part II
“Do whatever he tells you … (the water) had turned into wine.” John 2:5-9. Miracles
John 2. The Wedding in Cana. The Book of John is my favorite Book in the Bible. There are several reasons for this, but the story of Jesus’ first Miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding, is one of them. Let’s briefly recount the story. Jesus and some of His disciples had gone to … Continue reading “Do whatever he tells you … (the water) had turned into wine.” John 2:5-9. Miracles
“In your prayers … pray like this.” Matthew 6:7-9 Prayer I
The Lord’s PrayerOne of the most fundamental actions underlying a Christian’s life and faith is Prayer. Christ exemplified what an active and appropriate prayer-life should be and why it is so fundamental to our relationship with God. I intend to address the issue of Prayer in this blog and this post begins the process.Subsequent posts … Continue reading “In your prayers … pray like this.” Matthew 6:7-9 Prayer I
“…He is not here, for He is risen…” Matthew 28:6 The Resurrection of Christ
INTRODUCTION TO THE RESURRECTION OF CHRIST Many would argue that the Resurrection of Christ is the most important event in the history of the world. The Resurrection is certainly the most important event in the history of Christianity. In this and following posts, I intend to review the fact of the Resurrection, its importance, its relevance … Continue reading “…He is not here, for He is risen…” Matthew 28:6 The Resurrection of Christ
“… I shall not leave you orphans. I will come to you…” John 14:18 Resurrection Part II
More thoughts on the Resurrection of Christ. Last week, I started a series on the Resurrection of Christ. Then we focused on the Apostles and how they’d reacted to the event. This week, I’d like to focus on another group that was involved, a number of members of the Sanhedrin referred to in the Bible … Continue reading “… I shall not leave you orphans. I will come to you…” John 14:18 Resurrection Part II
“I came from the Father…and now…am…going to the Father.” John 16:28 Jesus’ Purposes
A Faith that is not growing will wither and die. The beginning of a series on Faith. Opening The past couple of weeks we’ve been discussing the Resurrection of Christ and the effect it had on the people involved at the time. This week we will look at the reasons for Christ’s life, death and … Continue reading “I came from the Father…and now…am…going to the Father.” John 16:28 Jesus’ Purposes
“…guided by faith…we are full of confidence…” 2 Corinthians 5:7 Choosing our Faith
To one who has faith, no explanation is necessary. To one without faith, no explanation is possible.” — Thomas Aquinas Choosing one's Faith I started last week’s post with the statement, “A Faith that is not growing will wither and die.” That is a true statement, but it presupposes that one has a Faith to … Continue reading “…guided by faith…we are full of confidence…” 2 Corinthians 5:7 Choosing our Faith
“Only faith can… prove the existence of realities…unseen.” Hebrews 11:1 Building our Faith
Building Our Faith Introduction Last week we talked about the need to choose a faith, and the reasons to have a faith. This week I’d like us to discuss the purpose of the Faith we’ve chosen and an important benefit of that Faith. But first, there are a couple of things I’d like to clarify. … Continue reading “Only faith can… prove the existence of realities…unseen.” Hebrews 11:1 Building our Faith
