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This Sunday At Church: Share With Someone At Church How You Read Your Bible – The Domain For Truth
2024-01-07 15:13
2024-01-07 11:17
In Christian discernment, distinguishing between essential doctrines and secondary matters involves considering several criteria rooted in the teachings of the Christian Bible. Here are some… Read More
2024-01-06 10:48
The ‘Through the Maze of Evangelical Christianity‘ Framework Series offers a series of posts that provide a comprehensive exploration of the challenges in navigating the evolving… Read More
2024-01-05 07:35
I’m going to share something with you that the Lord has been walking me through as of late and it has to do with telephone or utility poles. Those poles that we see represent those tim… Read More
2024-01-04 08:24
Is the acknowledgment of God synonymous with recognizing personal accountability to Him? Does our avowed non-belief in God legitimize our non-accountability? The answers to these inquiries f… Read More
2024-01-01 17:41
Did you ever stop to think what some or all of the disciples were witnesses to, what they either individually or collectively saw, what they heard, what they experienced, during the time tha… Read More
2023-12-31 09:31
This Sunday at Church I want to encourage you to do the following: This Sunday at Church: Make it your Goal to read the whole Bible for the year. Continue reading This Sunday at Church: Make… Read More
2023-12-29 10:57
Sometimes God gives us a gift that we don’t initially fully understand, that keeps growing and becoming more rich in meaning as time marches on. It’s a hard reality to put into w… Read More
2023-12-28 10:01
Yes, I know, I like my other “sheep” picture better too! It’s definitely more “eye-catching” and doesn’t scare children nearly as much! But I thought to m… Read More
2023-12-26 20:51
Sometimes, we forget what is to come. And sometimes, we only see what we can see. And sometimes, we only hear the silence. And yet, there is a love that transcends what we may forget and goe… Read More
2023-12-24 10:41
2023-12-24 03:28
It is with a thankful heart that I can announce that the free PDF all inclusive edition of the “Framework Series – Through the Maze of Evangelical Christianity” has now bee… Read More
2023-12-20 15:30
Two thousand years ago a man set foot on our planet who claimed to be from a place beyond space and time. Although he had no credentials or political backing, his life and words changed our… Read More
2023-12-20 10:05
The Roman Catholic Church officially opens for the blessing of same-sex unions. After much winking and hinting that this would be the outcome of the current pontificate, the official stateme… Read More
2023-12-20 08:50
Numbers 6:24-26 NASB“The Lord bless you, and keep you;The Lord cause His face to shine on you,And be gracious to you;The Lord lift up His face to you,And give you peace.’ This be… Read More
2023-12-18 10:39
One of the definitions of the word “benevolence” is a kindly act or a gift given by one to another out of generosity. The benevolence of God is a reality that has been coming int… Read More
2023-12-17 13:52
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13. ENDURING As in previous posts, this topic will be broken down into the following sub-topics:a. Introductionb. Enduringc. Closing Summary a. IntroductionYou might be wondering why “… Read More
2023-12-16 13:23
There are two things in life that are of the utmost importance. Coming to know about ourselves and coming to know about Jesus. And to be honest with you, I don’t think we can even come… Read More
2023-12-14 12:45
Proverbs 14:12 NASB: “There is a way which seems right to a person, But its end is the way of death.” If ever there was a Scripture verse that is open to varying perspectives con… Read More
2023-12-13 09:16
12. EDUCATION AND RESOURCES a. EducationI’ve stated at the onset of this endeavour, and infrequently throughout a number of the posts in this series that I am just a Christian layperso… Read More
2023-12-12 15:08
As we approach the season and day where we focus on the birth of Jesus Christ and our minds and hearts recollect all that God’s gift to us entails, I am reminded of that which joins an… Read More
2023-12-10 11:18
Have you ever had one thought that seems to get stuck in your head and won’t seem to go away? Well, bear with me if you will because I’m about to share a thought that repeatedly… Read More
2023-12-10 08:12
2023-12-08 10:28
Philippians 2:3-4 NASB “Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility consider one another as more important than yourselves; do not merely look out for your own pers… Read More
2023-12-06 08:54
I’m going to ask you to cut me a little slack on this particular post and I regrettably acknowledge that it is a “tad” long. Sometimes I “see” something in Scri… Read More
2023-12-05 10:48
If there is one thing that I am learning, in dealing with my wife’s dementia, is the reality and benefits of God’s enduring grace. Being a caregiver for someone you love with dem… Read More
2023-12-03 11:51
2023-12-01 08:56
Have you ever had a thought seemingly injected into your mind that what you now see and what you now believe in, perhaps isn’t what you think it might be? I have. Not often, but every… Read More
2023-11-30 11:07
11. LOVE AND UNITY In keeping with the format used in previous topics being discussed, “Love and Unity” will be broken down into the following sub-topics: 1. Introduction2. Guida… Read More
2023-11-27 15:04
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2023-11-24 07:57
What with Israel and Hamas in the news I thought it prudent to alert those who may not be aware of this particular theology and the accompanying anti-Semitism that has been on the increase a… Read More
2023-11-23 12:07
Happy Thanksgiving to all my American friends! May you all have a warm and blessed day sharing with family and friends! Bruce the sheep Read More
2023-11-23 11:07
2023-11-22 18:21
Healings and Miracles – Part Two of Two continues with sub-topic:f. NON-PHYSICAL HEALING MIRACLES, which shall be further broken down into the following sub topics:1. Introduction2. Ke… Read More
2023-11-21 14:34
2023-11-21 01:46
This post is a tad longer than my usual posts but in this particular case, it is necessary so please bear with me. One of the most difficult things to learn as a Christian layperson is to kn… Read More
2023-11-19 15:05
Are you interested in some of the newest discoveries that Science has now come to recognize? Three links for you: https://thesearchforgod.org/fine-tuned-universe-summary/ https://thesearchfo… Read More
2023-11-19 14:00
2023-11-17 10:25
This is a post that I have been wanting to write about for a long time. I believe that there is a distinct difference in connotation between how we “must” versus how we “st… Read More
2023-11-16 08:53
Nope, this isn’t about me, although I can definitely identify with the feeling sometimes and I am sure that I am not alone in experiencing bouts of feeling distant from God. Undoubtedl… Read More
2023-11-14 09:44
10. HEALINGS AND MIRACLESFollowing the format of previous topics presented, this topic will be broken down into the following sub-topics:a. Introductionb. Healings and Miracles Overviewc. Ex… Read More
2023-11-12 10:43
This Sunday at Church: Let us hold Pastor Jim up in our prayers as he ministers God’s grace in the name of our Lord to the brethren afar. https://veritasdomain.wordpress.com/ Worthy is… Read More
2023-11-11 13:42
The mission of Canadian Armed Forces members is to defend our country, its interests and its values, while contributing to international peace and security. They serve in many capacities at… Read More
2023-11-10 11:36
One of the hardest things to understand is how Adam and Eve could turn away from what they had with God in the Garden of Eden. I often wonder if it is our free will that God gives us combine… Read More
2023-11-10 01:33
Matthew 7:13-14 NIV “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small… Read More
2023-11-08 11:00
Discernment and Testing – Part Two of Two continues with sub-topic:5. PRINCIPLES FOR DISCERNMENTDiscernment is a crucial aspect of the Christian life, as it involves the ability to dis… Read More
2023-11-07 06:35
The following are a couple of partial extracts from my yet to be published “Framework Series – Through the Maze of Evangelical Christianity – Discernment and Testing &ndash&hell…Read More
2023-11-05 09:51
I’ve heard it said that if the Apostle Paul was with us today, we’d be getting a letter. Yes, I bet we would. I wonder what Paul would say? I have a strong suspicion that it woul… Read More
2023-11-05 07:37
2023-11-04 09:08
There are a couple of Scripture verses that have been burned into my consciousness over the last few years and I would like to share them with you. The first one is from John 6:29 and reads… Read More
2023-11-03 10:50
By George Mitrakos| I was recently engaging in a theological discussion with someone who took part in a group which adheres to the doctrine of what is known to many as humanism. Now, in an a… Read More
2023-11-02 10:21
Whether to judge or not judge can be problematic to a Christian because the world view point and the Christian view point are radically different in a number of important areas. How to deal… Read More
2023-10-31 10:50
This section of the Framework Series will delve into the imperative need for exercising Biblical discernment and the equally crucial requirement to test all things in light of God’s Ho… Read More
2023-10-29 08:27
This Sunday at Church I want to encourage you to do the following: Pray for the Church security team. Continue reading This Sunday: Pray for the Church Security Team Worthy is the Lamb!… Read More
2023-10-29 07:57
One of the most insightful Scriptures that deals with signs and wonders, be they false or legitimate, is found in John 6:26-27 NASB where Jesus performs a miracle and feeds about 5000 and sa… Read More
2023-10-28 09:21
Lamentations 3:22-23 NASB“The Lord’s acts of mercy indeed do not end,For His compassions do not fail.They are new every morning;Great is Your faithfulness.” I know of some… Read More
2023-10-25 12:25
Deception – Part Two of Two continues with sub-topic:7. FALSE TEACHINGS AND DOCTRINES INCLUDING TACTICS USED BY SATANa. False Teachings and DoctrinesThe apostle Paul, in several of his… Read More
2023-10-23 10:31
It’s interesting how the passage of time changes one’s perception of reality. “Reality” is an illusive perception of what supposedly is and what supposedly isn’… Read More
2023-10-22 19:35
It’s alarmingly simple, and a common suggestion to make: That Jesus either a) never made any claims to deity; b) that His claims were altered by His biased followers; or, c) His claims… Read More
2023-10-22 19:06
It’s a pretty amazing historical fact that Jesus’ brother — who probably wore the Savior’s hand-me-downs — later in life converted to Christianity. What wo… Read More
2023-10-22 13:13
This particular segment that endeavours to address the various aspects and forms of “deception” that one may encounter within Evangelical Christianity today, as it applies to the… Read More
2023-10-22 08:13
This Sunday at Church I want to encourage you to do the following: Encourage Someone to Read the Old Testament. I love the Bible . Read More
2023-10-19 09:07
One of the most beautiful comprehensions that God provides and opens to our minds and hearts within His Holy Word is the contrast between the Law and His offering to us of His unwarranted gr… Read More
2023-10-17 09:31
I shall begin Part Two of the Additional Postmodernism Christian Movements topic by providing an overview on the Progressive Christianity Movement. 7. AN OVERVIEW ON THE PROGRESSIVE CHRISTIA… Read More
2023-10-16 11:37
I’m reposting this post of David’s because Biblically it does need to be taken into consideration and understood. And David states the case a lot better than I can. Please take t… Read More
2023-10-15 15:22
2023-10-15 05:58
I’ve included a selection of four of the prominent Postmodernism Christian Movements because it is important for the average Christian layperson to be aware of their existance and infl… Read More
2023-10-14 12:52
I’ve mentioned before that I am just an ordinary lay person who is trying to follow Jesus as best as I can. These last few months have not been easy and this last week in particular ha… Read More
2023-10-08 12:28
2023-10-08 02:11
9. NAR DOCTRINES THAT ARE CHALLENGED BY TRADITIONAL EVANGELICAL CHRISTIANITYI shall begin Part Two of the New Apostolic Reformation Movement by providing a brief overview on just ten doctrin… Read More
2023-10-07 09:46
Galatians 1:8-9 NASB“But even if we, or an angel from heaven, should preach to you a gospel contrary to what we have preached to you, he is to be accursed! As we have said before, even… Read More
2023-10-06 14:02
It struck me this morning as I was reading through various blogs that I follow, the differences between us, who reach out to one another and how what we preceive by what we see, differs amon… Read More
2023-10-05 15:16
Editor’s note: This is Part 1 of a 10-part series based upon Casey Luskin’s chapter, “The Top Ten Scientific Problems with Biological and Chemical Evolution,” in the… Read More
2023-10-05 14:55
This lecture is special to me, because I bought a VHS tape of it from Access Research Network just after I started working full-time, and watched it a million times. A lot of people com… Read More
2023-10-03 09:52
John 15:5 NIV “”I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” It doesn’t get muc… Read More
2023-10-01 10:27
I’ve never met Jesus face to face but some glorious day I will. There are a lot of people that I love and care for but my heart yearns to behold His face and hear His voice. What a jou… Read More
2023-10-01 08:44
This Sunday at Church I want to encourage you to do the following: Praying for those who are depressed. Continue reading This Sunday at Church: Praying for those who are depressed Worth… Read More
2023-09-30 15:08
SLOW LEARNER 101 ASSUMPTION PREREQUISITES 1. Assume that God doesn’t need to be consistently in the driver’s seat but that God is only needed when assistance is required for unex… Read More
2023-09-30 11:04
I have stated previously that I often times write things down so that I can reason or explain things to myself. This process frequently helps me understand difficulties that I am experiencin… Read More
2023-09-29 10:05
Another excellent post from the desk of J Warner Wallace of coldcasechristianity.com fame. In a world filled with people skeptical about the claims of the Bible related t… Read More
2023-09-27 09:43
The hallmark of deception is that to many, it looks like the real thing, until you look a little closer. The New Testament includes many warnings about this reality where we are told about t… Read More
2023-09-26 10:40
Matthew 7:21-23 NASB: “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of My Father who is in heaven will enter… Read More
2023-09-25 11:08
If there ever was a showcase for the maze that is present within what is called modern day Evangelical Christianity, the New Apostolic Reformation Movement would have to be that showcase. I… Read More
2023-09-20 10:26
This is a post that was originally posted in 2019. I actually hesitated to repost it considering some of the difficulties that some of my brothers and sisters are enduring at this point in t… Read More
Framework Series – Through The Maze Of Evangelical Christianity – The Prosperity Gospel Movement
2023-09-19 09:29
Because of the similarities or crossovers between the Prosperity Gospel Movement and the Word of Faith Movement, this overview of the Prosperity Gospel Movement will NOT be as lengthy as the… Read More
2023-09-18 08:55
Have you ever wondered what combination of factors captured your mind and heart to believe in and trust in our God, as revealed within the Holy Scriptures? Or how it is that the person of Je… Read More
2023-09-17 07:41
2023-09-13 11:12
Every once in a while my old nature rears it’s ugly head and I am reminded that the transformation within me, where my will and God’s will for my life, be it with old habits, qui… Read More
2023-09-12 11:03
Some of us who write on the things of the Lord are familiar with how God at times assists us with what we are writing on. Sometimes this happens when we are awake and sometimes when we are a… Read More
2023-09-10 11:20
2023-09-08 08:49
Yours truly on Mount Olympus in Cyprus I’ve written a fair number of posts about lessons that the Lord has taught me over the years, but I haven’t written too much about some of… Read More
2023-09-06 11:48
As we continue to look at the Word of Faith (WOF) movement in this segment of our Framework Series (Part 2 of 2), which is admittedly lengthy but necessary, the next aspect of this movement… Read More
2023-09-04 14:14
This particular article (Part One) and the following article (Part Two) will be looking into the Word of Faith (WOF) movement by briefly investigating:a. Crossoversb. The WOF Historyc. The W… Read More
2023-09-03 10:45
Sometimes I write in order to reason with and explain things to myself. This is one of those posts. This post has to do with the realities of dementia that my wife has and the necessity of l… Read More
2023-09-03 07:49
2023-09-02 09:19
It’s strange how so many people can’t seem to be able to appreciate the wonder and beauty of being in union with God while at the same time there are so many Christian believers… Read More
2023-09-01 13:03
Have you ever wondered why Jesus waited until after He was thirty years old to begin His ministry? Gotquestions.org has a partial answer which you can view here. The reasoning behind why the… Read More
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