Category Archives: Theologization

Ligonier Class: Two American Revolutions

Posted on June 20, 2016 by timlyg

Prof. Robert Godfrey First American Revolution -> Denominationalism: good thing in America. In Europe: only True church and False church. Second American Revolution -> Desire for democratization in America. Volunteerism: Churches fund themselves, not by government like in Europe. Pros: relationship … Continue reading →

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Crucial Difference between Loyalty and Faithfulness

Posted on June 14, 2016 by timlyg

Ah, but there is a great difference. Many church members today stay in their churches, support their pastors, out of loyalty. Not faithfulness. The Bible never speaks of loyalty, but faithfulness. A lot of English translation of loyalty from the … Continue reading →

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Redeemer's Rise Campaign

Posted on June 5, 2016 by timlyg

I do not know what's the big deal about this program. We've received the RISE Mission Investor Guide (about 44 pages). It is basically trying to persuade us to join, probably by financial support is preferred. Lots of $$$ mentioned. … Continue reading →

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美国华侨移民牧师的动物保护主义精神

Posted on June 3, 2016 by timlyg

我想多半这类牧师与今天动物权力活动家大概不分两样。 不然就是想逃避困难（因为来到美国就是已经上了天堂嘛）。

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Practical Grace based vs. Practical Work Based

Posted on May 29, 2016 by timlyg

Most Christians understood that they are justified not by their works, but through their faith. Some Christians understood that their faith to be based on God's grace alone. Fewer still put this understanding into practice. Example of distinction: When one … Continue reading →

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List of Erroneous Reasons in Not Believing in God

Posted on May 20, 2016 by timlyg

I am of course, referring to a Christian God. For every item in the list, I will give a short response. This will be the project. The list: There is no God. Do babies cry? Yes, therefore God exists. Proven. … Continue reading →

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Sixpence None the Richer

Posted on May 9, 2016 by timlyg

A band whose name is taken from C.S. Lewis' Mere Christianity story about a boy who bought a gift for his father with his father's sixpence. An honored feeling yet not being any richer. It was said that Letterman was stunned … Continue reading →

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The Jewish Sabbath Today (journal transfer)

Posted on May 9, 2016 by timlyg

Because of the legalistic nature of it, it reminds me what Jesus said against it: About men not made for the Sabbath...

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The Effect of Gospel Centeredness, Truly Loving God

Posted on May 6, 2016 by timlyg

If someone loves God truly, then he/she will at the very least concern with exhibiting good management skill. Be it in organization, speech, presentation, ..., Sunday School leading, Bible study teaching, hosting events and even doing scriptural reading in the … Continue reading →

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My Most Respected Rich Guy: Warren Buffett

Posted on April 15, 2016 by timlyg

Unlike most rich people, he does not make his family (children) feel any different than the commoners. Most rich people would spend spend spend. However, my respect is only pertain to general knowledge. Similar to Socrates' an unexamined life is … Continue reading →

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