Doctrine of Salvation
This is a series of theological posts that deal with the doctrine of salvation. This doctrine is related to the doctrines of the work of Jesus, humanity, and sin.
What Does the Bible Say about Circumcision?
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What role does circumcision play for a follower of Jesus? It is still a practice that we should follow? Or is it unnecessary today?
Abraham’s Test: The Sacrifice of Isaac As a Burnt Offering
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God called Abraham to sacrifice Isaac as a burnt offering. What was Abraham's test all about? Was it for God's benefit? Or Abraham's?
The Book of Job: A Lesson About Suffering
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The book of Job is about suffering. Why do we suffer? God's answer to Job is that it is often beyond our understanding.
God, Israel, and the Nature of Free Will
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What is the nature of free will? Is it an illusion? Are our choices made for us by outside forces? Or can we actually make real decisions?
You’re Never Too Old to Be Used by God
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Are you ever too old to be of service in God's kingdom? The story of Moses would tell us that we are never too old, no matter our age.
The Importance of Being Faithful Until the End
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Repeatedly the Scripture exhorts us to remain faithful to the end. The life of King Asa is a lesson on failing to do that.
What the Bible Says About the Evil in the Spiritual Realm
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This post is looking at what the Scripture says about the spiritual realm. And, especially, at evil in the spiritual realm.
Holiness: Being Holy. And Being Made Holy.
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Holiness is not just something expected of some believers. All of us who belong to Christ are holy, and are expected to live holy lives.
Don’t Envy the Prosperity of the Wicked – Psalm 73
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Do you ever find yourself envying the prosperity of the wicked? If you do, you are not alone. But consider their fate, and rejoice in God.
Walking With Christ: Backpacking as a Model
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The Scripture uses many metaphors to describe walking with Christ. I have found that backpacking works well for me in describing that walk.
Living Faithful to God in the Midst of a Godless World
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One of the challenges facing believers today is our relationship with the world around us. How do we live faithfully to God in a pagan world?
Life in the Garden of Eden: Then and Now
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The Bible pictures humanity beginning in the Garden of Eden. And it looks to Christ's work on the cross to return us to that Garden.
