Tag: Kingdom solutions
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Two Story Ideas for My Next Misfits Book
Introduction I have completed the writing of Gathering of Misfits: Vicky and Tammy, my fifth novel of that series. Taking a break from that community of people, I read through and tweaked a few of my other stories: Salvation Ranch, the Millenium series, and The AI Sister of the Mighty Men of Oak Street. This… Read more
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What Happened to the Wayward Son?
Introduction One of the most famous parables of Jesus is called the Prodigal Son. He told of a young man who committed several awful sins against the morals of the Jewish society. The parable stars the loving father who welcomed back his wayward son and reinstated the young man in his position of sonship. But,… Read more
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Star Trek Voyager: Capt. Janeway Walked in Faith
Introduction Captain Kathryn Janeway of Star Trek Voyager was known for her reliance on science without regard for spiritual explanations. I recently saw that reliance challenged when I watched Season 3: Episode 7 of the TV show. She was put into a position where reliance on science wasn’t working. In that episode of Star Trek… Read more
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Why a Holy City, Not a Holy Garden?
Introduction In the Beginning, God created the heavens and the earth (Genesis 1:1). He planted a garden in the mountain country of Eden and made Humanity to reign with Him on the Earth. We were to continue the work of organizing the surrounding jungle into more cultivated, dedicated real estate. In the end, as Revelation… Read more
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Serving the Master with Immoral Actions
Introduction Christians and other religious people make a big deal about morality and people avoiding immoral activities. They have been known to follow the instructions of Paul in 1 Corinthians 5:1-5 for a believer found sleeping with his father’s wife. “…hand this man over to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, so that his… Read more
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Ministry through Work
Introduction A question often asked by new believers is whether God would call them to full- time ministry. In their enthusiasm for their new beliefs, they wonder if He wants them to preach the Gospel or lead a church somewhere. It turns out that most are not so called. They need to make a living… Read more
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Showers of Blessing
Introduction An over-all reading of the Bible shows that, geographically speaking, rain is a matter of vital importance to the land of Israel. It depended on seasonal rains for the crops to grow, the animals to drink, and the people to live in abundance. Isaiah and Ezekiel wrote of rivers in a dry land or… Read more
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No Fear of Cancer
Introduction In my previous post, I announced that doctors saw increased levels of certain proteins in my blood work and said that I have one or another form of cancer. Further tests will determine which form plagues my body. I also stated that while I accept that the doctor says it’s there, I reject the… Read more
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Intermingled Pictures of Armies Invading Israel
Introduction The book of the prophet Joel gives vivid descriptions of armies come to destroy the land of Israel. Though these armies are different in nature from each other, they have the same devastating effects on the land. Joel gives intermingled pictures of armies invading Israel. Three Different Armies Joel gives us pictures of an… Read more
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Passing through Chaos Waters in Baptism
Introduction I listened to Tim Mackie and Jon Collins of the Bible Project talk about four major metaphors used in the Scriptures. In the episode, The Mountain Garden and Human Ideal, Tim spoke of the Creator being a Rock in the dry land where people live. He also said that the waters of chaos were… Read more