Is God schizophrenic? I believe a lot of the debate about whether science conflicts with Scripture can be boiled down, from a Christian perspective, to this question.Both nature, which is the scientists realm of exploration, and the Bible are God's speech, God's word. One is more general and the other more specific (special), but both … Continue reading Is God Schizophrenic?
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Piper is Wrong!
Earlier today (11/17/12) John Piper, a theologian/pastor I respect immensely, tweeted: "If you're not living by the joy of the Holy Spirit the only category you have for spiritual disciplines is legalism." I think Piper is wrong on this. I don't make a habit of calling out pastor's/theologians when I disagree with them. And let … Continue reading Piper is Wrong!
Jonah Intro
Rebellion. Ethnocentrism. Anger. Bitterness. Hatred. Folly. Not exactly virtues that seem desirable. Not in anyone; certainly not in a prophet of God. But, there's Jonah. For the second half of the fall semester, the cgroups are studying the book of Jonah. It's a book I've loved since my seminary days where it was used to … Continue reading Jonah Intro
Wavering Faith in a Widow, Serving in a Wicked State, and Near Total Apostasy
I was reading today in 1 Kings, the very familiar stories of Elijah - Elijah and the widow (ch. 17), Elijah and the prophets of Baal (ch. 18), Elijah in the cave (ch. 19). It's so familiar, I have to be honest, I was surprised that I saw a few new things in these chapters. … Continue reading Wavering Faith in a Widow, Serving in a Wicked State, and Near Total Apostasy
Israel, the Land & Being ‘in Christ’
Christopher Wright's treatment of 'the land' in Old Testament Ethics for the People of God is truly thought provoking. Central to his treatment are the dual themes of divine ownership and divine gift. The land as divine gift lies at the core of God's promises to Abraham - there would be seed, land, and blessing. … Continue reading Israel, the Land & Being ‘in Christ’
God Entranced 