Tag: ecclesia
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How the Roman Empire Was Like God’s Kingdom
Introduction In his video talk (among others) about The Characteristics of Kingdom Ambassadors, Dr. Myles Munroe shared various ways of how the Roman Empire was like God’s Kingdom. He said that the “fullness of time” Paul wrote about in Ephesians 1:10 was the period of history when the Romans ruled their empire. Dr. Myles said Read more
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Not a Count Down but an Occupation
US Military Occupation Of Germany In 1945, Germany surrendered to the American and Russian invasions of the country and the destruction of the Nazi regime. Thereafter, the militaries of both Allied nations occupied the country for many years. After years of combat, WW2 veterans eagerly awaited their chance to return home to the US or USSR. Read more
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Progressive Truths for God’s People 1
My Message to a Small Group of Believers This is Part 1 of the write-up of a message I gave to a small group of believers who meet regularly in an older couple’s home. I offered them this list of progressive truths for God’s people. First, I played the old Bill Gaither song, The Church Read more
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Growth in Unorthodox Thinking 2
Vision For The Future I have a vision for the future of America and God’s people in it. It is in line with my growth in unorthodox thinking. It involves Ecclesia vs Church Brian Sanders wrote that real church involve Recent teachings from apostolic and prophetic leaders call us to do the work of executive Read more
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Growth into Unorthodox Thinking 1
Years Of Changing My Thinking Fifty-odd years ago, I became more than a minister’s son who went to church and sang in choirs. I took the opportunity to become a believer – a Christian, like my parents. As a young university student, the field of my heart and mind was prepared for the seeds of Read more
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Am I Qualified to Be a Worship Leader?
Job Posting with CCDA I recently explored the job listings on the Christian Community Development Association (CCDA) website and came across this posting: NCEL Director of Worship & ELEE Church Liaison. The information about the position sounded compatible with my philosophy of church and worship. However, I’m sure various factors are not in my favor. Read more
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Alone, But in Hope of Brothers
Alone for the Holidays Last December, as the holidays progressed, I faced Christmas alone. I felt the need for others, companions with whom to share the joys of the season, brothers with whom to share the life God had given me. This led me to a rare expression through poetry. Alone, But In Hope Alone. Read more
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Gatherings of Ecclesias of All Sizes
Introduction Over the last few months, while reading and listening to teachings about microchurches and Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD), I took on an attitude against megachurches and their lack of individual intimacy, their lack of commitment to their local neighborhoods. It seemed to me they are not gatherings of ecclesias because of their size. However, Read more
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Rise Up, Oh Men of God! Have Done with Foundational Things.
Hordes of Barbarians Overwhelming Society. It is past time for the men of God – especially those in the pulpits – to rise up, set aside their work on the foundations of God’s Temple, and build up the protective walls. It is past time for church leaders to arm the other men in their congregations Read more
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Seven Things Wrong with English Bible Translations
NOT Against the Writings of the Original Authors The way I talk and write, people might think I’m against the Bible as God’s inspired Word. This is very untrue. I am against how English translators rendered various biblical concepts and how Christians demand adherence to literal English wording. I wish to point out seven things Read more