I cannot help but be blown away by the words of "doubting" Thomas in his confession of faith found in John 20:28 - “My Lord and my God!” Thomas didn't just express Jesus' position above him ("Lord" - κύριος - literally "supreme authority"), but he also called Jesus God (θεός - Deity/Supreme Divinity). The Apostle Paul … Continue reading Who Is Jesus (Deity of Christ) Part 3: Seeking the the Real Jesus – My Lord, My God!
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Who Is Jesus (Deity of Christ) Part 2 Who Is I Am?
Originally published by the author on his old blog. Part 2: Who is "I AM?" This was why the Jews were seeking all the more to kill him, because not only was he breaking the Sabbath, but he was even calling God his own Father, making himself equal with God. John 5:18 I often hear … Continue reading Who Is Jesus (Deity of Christ) Part 2 Who Is I Am?
Who Is Jesus (The Deity of Christ) Part 1
Originally published on the author's old blog. Among the great theological debates that rage regarding Jesus and who He is, the greatest is whether or not Jesus IS God. There are some who would profess Jesus to be something less than fully God. They claim faith, yet in “who” are they believing? This short piece … Continue reading Who Is Jesus (The Deity of Christ) Part 1
California, Gender Identity, and Rebellion
Not surprisingly, California has again jumped into the headlines over gender issues in recent months. First with legislation passed what began as Senate Bill 219 - a measure to legislate the use of gender pronouns (specifically geared to nursing and care facilities), but with far-reaching fallout possible. The legislation actually codifies as a crime punishable … Continue reading California, Gender Identity, and Rebellion
A Challenge for Today and Beyond: CD!
This post was originally published by the author on his old blog page. Here is a thought for today (and every day) - maybe better a challenge: Corum Deo- to live your life each and every day before the LORD. What does this mean? After all, God sees all things - so everything is done … Continue reading A Challenge for Today and Beyond: CD!
IGNITE!
I am truly excited! Tonight is the launch of FBC Cave Spring's IGNITE Ministry. What is IGNITE? IGNITE is First Baptist Church's approach to Wednesday/mid-week ministry. Year-round, we have Wednesday evening classes available for all ages, but during the school year, we have a special emphasis on children and youth. Each Wednesday evening begins with a fellowship meal … Continue reading IGNITE!
Episode 4: Who Alone Is to be Worshipped?
Matthew 4:10 Then Jesus said to him, “Be gone, Satan! For it is written, ‘You shall worship the Lord your God and him only shall you serve.”While being tempted by Satan in the wilderness, Jesus responded to Satan's calling for Jesus to worship him in exchange for all the kingdoms of the earth, Jesus said … Continue reading Episode 4: Who Alone Is to be Worshipped?
Episode 3: Sseeking the the Real Jesus – My Lord, My God!
I cannot help but be blown away by the words of "doubting" Thomas in his confession of faith found in John 20:28 - “My Lord and my God!” Thomas didn't just express Jesus' position above him ("Lord" - κύριος - literally "supreme authority"), but he also called Jesus God (θεός - Deity/Supreme Divinity).The Apostle Paul wrote … Continue reading Episode 3: Sseeking the the Real Jesus – My Lord, My God!
Part 2: Who is "I AM?"
This was why the Jews were seeking all the more to kill him, because not only was he breaking the Sabbath, but he was even calling God his own Father, making himself equal with God. John 5:18I often hear said that "Jesus never claimed to be God". While in a very limited and literal sense, … Continue reading Part 2: Who is "I AM?"
Who is This Jesus (The Deity of Christ) Part 1
Among the great theological debates that rage regarding Jesus and who He is, the greatest is whether or not Jesus IS God. There are some who would profess Jesus to be something less than fully God. They claim faith, yet in “who” are they believing? This short piece is designed simply to answer this incredible … Continue reading Who is This Jesus (The Deity of Christ) Part 1
Contending For Christ 