What Are You Trusting?
In the past, I have responded to facebook posts about requirements for salvation – requirements to which I disagree. But, in this post, I want to step back … and […]
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Baptism Study Scripture Board PDF
The first PDF plugin only works from a desktop browser. Hit the upper right >> widget. Next, click on the Presentation Mode option to see this full size. Although this […]
Protected: Admiring Dave
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On Baptism Related to Salvation
Perhaps the key to understanding baptism in scripture is to look at the first few times the word used – in Mt, Mk, Lk, and Jn. Matthew 3:11: “I baptize […]
iPad Pro and Magic Keyboard – Random Thoughts
Noticing a Change in How iPad Gets Used If you switch from an iPad with a Home button, to one without a Home Button – and you also purchase a […]
Why I like Swift
Part 1. Optionals BLUF: Optionals are unique variables types, chosen because they can handle particular situations with greater accuracy. They can convey: (1) there is a value for this variable (and, […]
Logitech Slim Detachable Keyboard/Case Combo for iPad Pro 12.9″
Before Purchasing this Case: From the very first day I owned the 12.9” iPad Pro, I used the device naked – no case at all. A leather front cover protected […]
Encouragement to Read Through the Bible
It is with a certain degree of embarrassment I confess I have not yet read through the entire Bible in a systematic way. I am very familiar with the NT, […]
Connecting the Dots
Last night, I started reading a fairly detailed commentary on the book of Romans. In the Introduction section, I got lost in pondering how connected scriptures are to each […]
Understanding Sharp’s Rule, and it’s Implications
Grandville Sharp (10 November 1735 – 6 July 1813) is mainly remembered for his work as an abolitionist in the fight against slavery, as well as other social injustices. However, […]
Responding to What Light You Have
Credit to where credit is due: This is an excerpt of a sermon from the book of Romans, where John MacArthur relates the testimony of one in his church – […]
Indenting as a Method of Studying Scripture
A few years ago, I stumbled upon an article that demonstrated a technique of understanding scripture called Block Diagramming. The original article still exist, and I would like to extend […]
Remembering Ethan …
We have learned that all dogs have a unique personality … and Ethan was no exception. Ethan was irreplaceable and quickly stole our hearts just by being himself. In this […]
Is it possible the New Testament was “heavily manipulated” over time?
I have been highly motivated to carefully think through this question. In recent discussions, I have heard various people make statements like: The New Testament text can not be trusted […]
Getting the Gospel Right
If there is just one single thing that the Church needs to get correct – it would be the Gospel message. The core mission of the Church is to accurately […]