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Theology

The posts in this category are longer and generally deal with specific topics in theology. This is in contrast to the short devotional posts and the multi-part Bible studies.

What is the Soul?

What Is the Soul?

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The Bible teaches that the soul is an integrated living being, comprising both the physical and non-physical parts of humans and animals.

Community and Fellowship in the Bible

Community and Fellowship in the Bible

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Being a part of a local community of believers is an essential aspect of being a disciple of Jesus and growing in Christlikeness.

The Supremacy of Christ

Colossians: The Supremacy of Christ (1:15-20)

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Colossians 1:15-20 exalts the Son and his supremacy over all things. He is the image of God, the creator of all, and our reconciliation.

Good News of Great Joy

Good News of Great Joy

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As you celebrate this Christmas, remember who that baby was that we so often picture wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger.

A Royal Priesthood

What Does it Mean That We Are a Royal Priesthood?

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As Christ’s church, we are a royal priesthood. We should be declaring the praises of God, and offering sacrifices pleasing to God.

Dispensationalism

Dispensationalism

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Dispensationalism is a theological framework that draws a shard distinction between ethnic Israel and the church.

Why did God create?

Why Did God Create?

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Why did God create? It was not for his benefit. God created because of who he is. And for the benefit of those he created.

Being in the world but not of the world

Being in the World but Not of the World

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While we currently live in this world, it is not our true home. But while we live here, we should faithfully represent our Lord.

The doctrine of corporate election

The Doctrine of Corporate Election

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The doctrine of corporate election teaches that we are elect when we are in Christ. Election is not an individual matter.

Test the spirits to see if they are from God

How Can We Test the Spirits to Know if They Are from God?

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Learn to distinguish the Spirit of God from the false spirits that are so prevalent in the world and who sneak into the church.

Is all that the Bible teaches true?

Is All that the Bible Teaches True?

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Is all that the Bible teaches true? Yes, it is. But we need to understand that our interpretation of what it teaches is not always true.

Was everything written about Jesus fulfilled?

Was Everything That Was Written about Jesus Fulfilled?

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The Old Testament had much to say about the coming Messiah and his rule. Has all of it been fulfilled? Or is there more to come?

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