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Modesty Series Part 3: The Heart of the Matter
Welcome to part 3 of Re-Thinking Biblical Modesty. Here are the links to parts 1-2 if you need them: Part 1: In the Beginning (There Was No Shame) Part 2: Knowledge of Evil and Human Sexuality … In part 1, we saw how: In part 2, we observed that: Now, as we conclude the series,…
Modesty Series Part 2: Knowledge of Evil and Human Sexuality
In part 1 of this series on biblical modesty, we saw how: In this, part 2 of the series, we look at the downstream consequences of the three types of knowledge upon human sexuality.
Modesty Series Part 1: In the Beginning (There Was No Shame)
Western culture needs to reclaim some sense of morality. It’s up to Christians to lead the way. Unfortunately, in many aspects, culture has greater influence on Christians than Christians have influence on culture. There is no greater example of this need than immodesty. Without exaggerating, I cannot walk out my front door without witnessing immodest…
Re-Thinking (Biblical) Modesty
One of the more apparent symptoms of the moral decay of Western culture has been the pervasiveness of immodesty. Sadly, history shows that, outside of period of severe persecution, self-professed Christians are often more influenced by popular culture than culture is influenced by Christians. Today, the Internet, social media, television, movies, music, and advertising collectively…
Labels Divide (Beware the Danger of Labels)
Each morning, we awaken to another day living in “upside down world.” Few things make sense anymore and you can’t trust much of what you see with your own eyes. It’s now obvious that a silent war rages over human solidarity. On one hand, people are incessantly bombarded by efforts to divide us. Nationality, ethnicity,…
Re-Thinking Peace on Earth
During the Christmas season, one of the more frequently-quoted passages is Luke 2:14, where the angels appeared to the shepherds announcing the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. Perhaps most of us are familiar with the King James Version’s phrasing: 13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God,…
Rethinking Hell
What does the Bible really say about hell? When studying hell, there is as much, if not more, to un-teach as there is to teach. But what more important topic is there, as this directly relates to each of our future. In this video, I answer the following questions: This video is the continuation of…
Shocking Biblical Truths (That You Won’t Hear from Your Pastor)
There are lots of truths in the Bible that are overlooked or misunderstood. While I don’t pretend to have all the answers, I have learned enough to realize that there is a gigantic need to share and teach the truths in this article because I don’t see them being taught elsewhere. In fact, I am…
GOD and Heaven (Spatially Speaking)
What does Scripture tell us about GOD and heaven’s location? How should we think about GOD in terms of location? What answers can we obtain regarding where, exactly, the righteous live after death? This video seeks to answer these questions and more.
Biblical Principles Library
Jude, the brother of Jesus, wrote to his fellow first century Christians, saying: 3 Dear friends, although I was very eager to write to you about the salvation we share, I felt compelled to write and urge you to contend for the faith that was once for all entrusted to God’s holy people.(Jude 3 NIV)…
Re-Thinking Heaven [What Scripture REALLY Says about the Home of the Righteous]
Where do the righteous live after death? Does the Bible teach that Christians go to heaven? What does Scripture really reveal about the eternal home of the saved? In this video I cover: – How the Bible defines the word “heaven.”– The distinction between “heaven” the place and “the heavens” (plural).– Synonyms for “the heavens”…
Why You Should (Almost) Never Quote Just a Single Verse of Scripture
I see it all the time. And almost every time I see it, it makes me cringe. Quoting a single verse from the Bible. Verses like these are deeply meaningful to us because they hold precious promises or statements which encourage, strengthen and remind us of GOD and His love and providence for us. So,…
The Story of the Bible [That You’ve Never Heard Before]
Can I tell you a story? A story so powerful that, if you pay attention, it will change your life? It’s the story of the Bible. Only, this story is probably different than anything you’ve ever heard. Before I tell you this story, I first need to answer a huge question, perhaps the very thing…
The Story of the Bible [That You’ve Never Heard Before, Part 2]
Return to Part 1, The Story of the Bible [That You’ve Never Heard Before] Judgment, Recreation and the Third World Now that we’ve reframed Jesus’ church inside the context of the Bible narrative, let’s again zoom out to Scripture’s big picture. Scripture speaks of three “worlds.” Not in the sense of different planets, but rather…
Rethinking the Nature of the Resurrected Body [And What it Means for Us After We Die]
The resurrection of the dead is the linchpin of Christianity. Jesus’ resurrection is the evidence that Christians of all generations can trust in their own eternal life. As the apostle Paul put it: … if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith … And if Christ has not…
Rethinking the Ekklesia [The Differences Between the Visible and Invisible Church]
In last month’s lesson, The Church of the Old Testament, I emphasized how Jesus’ church is the promised re-gathering of scattered Israel. Through the Prophets, GOD promised a new covenant with Israel that would be different than the first (see Jer. 31:31-34). This month’s lesson continues developing the theme of re-thinking Jesus’ church by examining…
What does the Old Testament say about Jesus’ Church? [Discovering the Treasure of OT Church Prophecy]
What is the first verse in your Bible that includes the word “church”? For most English translations, the answer is Matthew 16:18. In this passage, Jesus tells the apostles—for the first time EVER in the Gospel accounts!—that He’s going to build His church. … .. . Think about the vast impact that Jesus’ church has had upon human history:…
Rethinking the Kingdom of Heaven (What is the kingdom of heaven? When did the kingdom come? Why does the kingdom matter?)
What exactly is the kingdom of heaven? When will it come—or, when did it come? And what does the kingdom of heaven mean for Christians today? The kingdom of heaven is the primary theme of the New Testament Scriptures. John the Baptist came preaching a baptism of repentance for the Jews, teaching that the kingdom of heaven…
Re-Thinking GOD’s purpose for Israel (Who is Israel today? Should Christians Support Israel?)
What is GOD’s eternal purpose for Israel? Who is Israel today? Does Israel still matter to GOD today? Are Jews still GOD’s special people? Why hasn’t the Jerusalem temple been rebuilt? What should be the Christian’s attitude towards the modern country of Israel? Should Christians support Israel for religious reasons? Are there yet-to-be-fulfilled prophecies for…
Re-Thinking the Spiritual Creation, Rebellion & Judgment (Satan, gods, angels & demons)
Looking back at 2018, what was the biggest spiritual lesson you learned? Here’s mine… Around mid year, my friend Jon was teaching a Bible class at his church on The Exodus of Israel. He texted me, “Hey Tim, did you know that the Hebrew word ‘elohim’ is used to refer to the Egyptian gods?” (If…
The (Real) Big Picture of Scripture
When we zoom out, what is the Bible story about? What is the big picture of Scripture? I suspect most believers would answer something like: While this answer isn’t bad, it is shortsighted. When we stop at “forgiveness,” we fail to see a significant part of the beauty of what GOD has done, is doing…
Why You Should Use the Septuagint (LXX)
In early 2009, I began a personal Bible study regarding the practices of the early church. At the time, I was inspired to begin this study by perceived differences between what I read in the New Testament and what I saw being practiced at the time—primarily in the church where I was meeting, but also…
How to Succeed at Dating and Build a Healthy Marriage (That Stands the Test of Time)
How do you date effectively (from a Christian perspective)? How do you parent teenage kids who are dating, without going insane or worrying excessively? How do you build a healthy marriage that fulfills your needs and fills your life with joy? What are the keys to strengthening your marriage so that it can withstand life’s…