A passage that receives less attention today is Paul’s guidelines for widows in 1 Timothy 5:3–16. Though not ignored by the church in the past, this section seems easily overlooked in modern culture.
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Why Creation Matters, Part 9: The Gospels
Jesus does not see this event as allegory, myth, or fable. He alludes to the Genesis account and then even quotes a portion of it (Gen 2.24 in Mt 19.5).
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Popularity Doesn’t Equate with Truth
The number of people you get to back a lie doesn’t increase its truthfulness. A lie is always a lie no matter how many false prophets can lip-sync in unison the siren song of the culture or popular opinion.
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Puritan Books Evaluated: Part 10 – The Works of Hugh Binning
Binning was an astonishing fellow. He died at the age of 26. That’s right, 26! But a perusal of his literary remains shows a maturity of thought and a depth of theological acumen few could rival.
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The Bible’s Big Story
Christians have different ideas about the bible’s “big story.” What is the true version of this story?
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Should Christian Leadership Be Lonely?
Leaders have to make difficult decisions that are often met with criticism and resistance. At times, they become the target of unfair attacks and false accusations. Given these realities, it’s not surprising that many leaders struggle with loneliness.
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Why Creation Matters, Part 8: Minor Prophets
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Tisha B’Av and the Hope That Will Be Restored
Tisha B’Av refers to the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av. The very name portends fasting and grief. It is the date on which Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon destroyed Solomon’s Temple in 586 B.C.
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Personal Thoughts About Commentaries: 1 Peter
Nearly all the commentaries below come to supersessionist conclusions in regard to 1 Peter 2:4-5 but since 1 Peter is such a great discipleship letter there is a lot of very worthwhile material in them.
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