Category Archives: Positions
The Perpetual Virginity of Mary
The virginity of Mary is explicitly taught in the NT in Matthew 1:25 “[Joseph] did not have sexual relations with her (Mary) until she gave birth to a son. And he named him Jesus.” This doctrine was not the topic of much … Continue reading
Calvinism, Predestination, Election or Free Will?
Here is the text of an email I sent in response to a question I had. A church member said they had family/friends who were talking about “election” and trying to explain it. They asked me what my view was … Continue reading
Easter Sunday, Jesus Really Is Alive!
Jesus really is alive!Easter Sunday March 31, 2024
The Longest Saturday
Friday was violent, Saturday was silent… but Sunday’s coming! April 8, AD30 (or perhaps Saturday April 4, AD33) was quiet. Jesus hadn’t said much from the cross, he was exhausted, near death, spent. Forgive them (luke 23:34) Today I say … Continue reading
Does the Bible Approve of Slavery?
The accusation is that the Bible, particularly the Old Testament, condones slavery by giving regulations for how Israel was to care for their slaves. Is that true? I would say “yes and no.” Exodus 21:16 “Whoever kidnaps a person must … Continue reading