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What Was the Old Side/New Side Controversy (Of American/colonial Presbyterianism 1741-1758 - curious reunion in Synod of 1758)? (Presbyterian in America began in 1706): Revivalists: Preaching out of bound: going into towns of other churches without the permission of local … Continue reading
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Growing Grape Vine
Cane vs. Spur Pruning: Grapevines are pruned in winter by cutting away most of the vine that is not required for the next season’s growth. Cane pruning is the most common method in New Zealand. The pruner selects two or … Continue reading
How to Detect Those who claimed Reformed yet Hide behind Prosperity Gospel?
Easy: Is their life a life of sacrifice or a life of luxury? Ask them: What is (still is) your biggest sacrifice in life? A bit harsh? There's an alternative: Observe what they pursuit more - a life of luxury … Continue reading
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Chess: Sicilian Defense
Resources: chess.com, 365chess.com (B20) 1.e4 c5 Sicilian Defense, one of the oldest, an opening that goes for aggressive center play, dating back to being mentioned in the 1500s, has 3 main variations:Closed (3. Nc3),Open (3. Nf3) andAlapin (3. c3) For … Continue reading
Vocabulary: Waggish
Kathy’s Word of the Week Weekly Brain Food brought to you by our CHRO waggish Pronunciation: wag-ish Definition: humorous in a playful, mischievous manner As used in a sentence: It was a waggish disposition that often got him into trouble … Continue reading
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Bible Study: 2 Samuel
This study was originally inspired by my access to Sermons on 2 Samuel by John Calvin, translated by Douglas Kelly. I used to go to the library to transcribe this. But now that I have bought the book, which is … Continue reading
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On Bible Study Groups
With the introduction to BSF, first by my mom, and after that by Clyde from church, I participated their Online version. I came prepared - knowing that they of the non-denominational denomination and based on puritanboard's info, that they lean … Continue reading
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Bible Study: Psalm 7
v6: When engaging in heated debate, even theological ones, be aware that God is present. We often argue as though God is not there as the chief ruler and observer. A lot of theologians argue with the same short sight.
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John MacArthur's Gospel approach to Muslim. Instead of debating which religion has more denominations, MacArthur went straight to the point: I know God personally and I know He will not forgive your sins. With all the fear of hiring in … Continue reading
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When to use "Awesome"
Thanks to pastor's sermon yesterday, I realized that apparently "awesome" is used only for God, or at least in the English tradition. I shall try to be aware of this semantic.
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