Jesus teaches us to be radically humble. If we follow his example, we will be unconcerned with our own honor. Mat 20:25 But Jesus called them to him and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones exercise authority over them. Mat 20:26It shall not be … Continue reading Self-regard is shame
Month: May 2019
Scriptural reasons to doubt the traditional interpretation of 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 and 1 Timothy 2:12
Let's start by stipulating that if the apostle Paul wrote that women shouldn't speak in church meetings, then they shouldn't speak in church meetings. Paul had revelation direct from Christ. Paul knew what he was talking about. The question is whether we know what he's talking about. We should not interpret the bible by our … Continue reading Scriptural reasons to doubt the traditional interpretation of 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 and 1 Timothy 2:12
Glory, not yet
The gospel of John records the healing of a man born blind. It's a momentous record, not only for the impact it had on that man and his parents, but for the theological impact it has on the followers of Christ. To get the full impact, you have consider what it means that the man … Continue reading Glory, not yet
Anti-semitism
When contemplating the recurrent horrors of anti-semitism throughout history, it's important to remember that the driving force of it all is spiritual, not natural. To give a half-way thorough description of the phenomenon is going to require quite a few words. It takes more than saying anti-semitism is evil, which it is. It takes more … Continue reading Anti-semitism
Seen a Great Light 