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Ranking: Teacher, Preacher, Pastor
In admiration, I see teachers the lowest level of the three. Teachers are merely moving data from text to students' minds. They help improve the quality of others. This is the scope of a teacher's responsibility. A good teacher has … Continue reading
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It's the work of the Holy Spirit (not rational thinking)
Lately, I've been hearing a lot of this from fellow Christians. My prompt response is: "Yes, it is the work of the Holy Spirit, not by reasoning, NOR BY LOVE!" The last phrase generally comes unexpected to them. They sometimes … Continue reading
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Rule of Law vs. Rule by Law: The Kim Davis Case & Discrimination
In cases such as this, the term discrimination often comes up. However, which is Rule by Law? Davis or the supreme court? Rule of Law: Law is Law. Rule by Law: Ruler is Law. Now, back to the discrimination. I … Continue reading
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The Existence of Faith
When anger results in an argument, faith of some kind exists.
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Flaws of Trinity Illustrations
Here are as many collections of human illustrations of the trinity and their flaws. The best understanding of basic trinity concept is via the Shield of the Trinity (There is only 1 God in 3 persons - the Father is … Continue reading
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The City College CUNY Class: PHIL 31300 Free Will
Prof. Benjamin Vilhauer With lots of talk about God. Perhaps this is the most interesting class for this term. I find that http://www.informationphilosopher.com is very helpful in this course, and possibly all other philosophy courses. Some of the entries will … Continue reading
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The Mask in American Churches Today
It seems that the talk of having better fellowship, ecclesiastical living, etc. in America and hence the whole world today ultimately comes down to social aptitude, which is actually rather secular. But judging from the scandals involving Dr. Tong, Alex, … Continue reading
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Judges 14:4 - Why God Willed Samson to Choose A Gentile Wife
If I have not mistaken, I recall Dr. Stephen Tong once said he'll never understand this part. Since it was Dr. Tong, I try not to dismiss this verse likely. Now, through Redeemer's West Side Men weekly devotional email, I've … Continue reading
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Can we not use food, jobs, etc. to attract people to the church?
Sure, but that is only for attraction. They should not be the reason for someone to attend church. Many leaders/organizers/promoters/church members do not realise or care about this. Worse still, they make it a cause for conversion. When we use … Continue reading
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St. Monica's Desire
When dealing with practical parenting, I've always favored one of St. Monica's prayers & last talks to her son St. Augustine: Son, for myself I have no longer any pleasure in anything in this life. Now that my hopes in … Continue reading
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