Before I was married or even knew who Hannah was I began to write letters to my future wife. I would write these letters on holidays like Christmas or when I would travel. In the moment it was a way for me to share the moment with my future bride although she was not present. …
Why did Jesus Ascend to Heaven?
What was the purpose of the ascension? Was Jesus merely "beamed" up to heaven like Star Trek? Was Jesus' going up with the clouds just the random way God chose to get Jesus from earth to heaven? What should we believe about the ascension? As you can tell this post is a side thought from …
The Unconditional Love of God (pt. 2)
"God loves you unconditionally" is one of the most common phrases and ideas to circulate in modern American Christianity. What is the biblical foundation and understanding of this popular phrase? What we will look at for the next several minutes falls in line with last week's post which I would encourage you to checkout. This …
The Unconditional Love of God (pt. 1)
What is the unconditional love of God? What is the meaning of God's unconditional love? Introductory Thoughts on God's Unconditional Love If you have heard of God's unconditional love how do you react to it? Do you believe God's love is unconditional? Are your thoughts of God's unconditional love somehow also intertwined with an idea …
Spring Time Means Flowers…especially T.U.L.I.P.’s
My wife Hannah loves to plant flowers around the house to brighten up the yard. One flower she is intentional to plant is the Tulip. Every spring I enjoy seeing which of her Tulips produces exactly five bulbs. Why would I look for that? Well for a little light hearted amusement as Hannah roles her …
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Questions About the Doctrine of Salvation
Overview for the next several weeks Have you ever asked the question: Did I choose God or did God choose me? Has anyone ever asked you: Did God create people knowing they would go to hell? I have been there. I still remember my friend Jay sitting across the table at Subway asking me that …
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The Reforming Raker 