All Blog Posts (30)

This is a short discussion about the old saying, "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me."

The philosophy was something commonly heard from mothers to their kids in the 1970s... as when I was growing-up. To be honest, it kept me out of a lot of fights, and the philosophy kept my emotions stable; and, as a kid, I quickly learned…

Atonement History Of The Church

21 March 2014

Understanding this topic is critical to knowing which Gospel is correct as heard from today's many pulpits.  "Substitutionary Atonement" of Jesus Christ has come under attack by some Internet critics.  In particular, some Christians completely deny the concept of  a “substitution” of Christ for sinners.   Instead, many in history have taken the Divine Work of Jesus on the…

Heaven And Sheol - What Of The Dead?

This detailed Bible study lesson will help us develop Biblical understanding of Heaven and Sheol (Hades) with respect to the status of the dead in the grave. We will also lightly discuss aspects about Old Testament salvation. What will be revealed in this lesson is that there are not many…

Spiritual Temples (Naos) - Physical Temples (Hieron) - The Flesh

(Jan 2009 – revised Feb 2009 – checked Feb 2014)

The study will go beyond some of our typical surface level understandings about who we are in Christ. We will answer the questions: What does it mean for a Christian…

Introduction:  This is from a respectful Facebook discussion I had with friend earlier in the year (Summer 2013).  It is instructional and worth sharing.  I have composed this document to be similar to a small Bible study. I have modified the text to make it more instructional, clear, and easier to read. Consider looking-up any Bible passages which you might not be familiar.  Click the link below to view:…

This is a detailed Bible series about the Letter Of The Law  versus The Spirit Of The Law. Are we under the Old Covenant Law?  The New Covenant Law? Which is applicable?  Click the blue link below to read it online or download.…

Holy Spirit And Salvation (all Scripture is RSV, except where noted)

4 July 2008 (some edits Summer 2012)

This is a detailed Bible Study as taught among an inter-denominational fellowship of Christians at the Gosnold Homeless shelter over a period of 6 weeks.

Click the blue link below to view the PDF file or download it.…

Trichotomy, Monism, or Dichotomy?  How are we composed?

Body, Soul, Spirit (R2)

 

This detailed Bible study is about all aspects concerning what the Bible says about money. It is especially  important we all understand what the Bible says on this topic so that we can avoid being captured by the heretical movement of the "Health Wealth And Prosperity Gospel" and "The Seed Principle." Click the blue link below to view the PDF file or to down-load it.…

What is the Saturday Sabbath concern about? Is it wrong to worship on Sunday? Is it wrong to REST on Sunday? Do we understand that we can REST on Saturday and WORSHIP on Sunday? Do we understand the Sabbath is about Rest and has NOTHING to do with the act of worship... or the day chosen for worship? Do we understand that our REST is now equal to being in JESUS? Therefore, our Rest is DAILY, not just a mere once a week. Here is a detailed discussion for your Sunday worship critics...  which…

This Bible Study is about prayer. When does God answer? What are the criteria for a Biblical prayer? This is heavy in Scripture. You'll be blessed. Click on the blue link below.

Prayer Bible Study (rev. 19)

The Doctrine Of Sin

11 February 2011

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The purpose of this Bible Study is to answer the question, “What is sin?” We'll examine the Old Testament perspective and New Testament perspectives, the relationship of sin to depravity, why God objects to sin rather than depravity, and how sin is atoned and forgiven.  A solid simple Biblical understanding about sin is required if  we, as Christians, want to avoid sin.  This is a detailed study intended to cover several of the basic…

Judging And Accountability Among Christians



This is a short article concerning the differences between judging and accountability between Christians. This includes discussion about the psychological aspects as well. Click the blue link below to view or download the PDF file.…

Calvinism Debate: Did Jesus Die For All Sinners?

(August 2010)

I opened this friendly debate-discussion with a monologue. Others then made their respective comments. I support some of Calvin's notions, but not "Limited Atonement." This topic is an attempt to show clearly, with Scripture, why "Limit Atonement" is bad speculation. I am a "Christian," not a "Calvinist” or “Arminian.” This discussion is for…

Michael Servetus (1509) verses John Calvin (1509).   This topic examines the credibility of an icon in Christian conservative theology.  Nearly all the facts in this study come from pro-Calvinist sources.

Why this consideration? Today John Calvin is often touted as great historical Christian leader with great credibility. Should we, therefore, patently accept his views without reservation? John Calvin was a great intellectual Protestant Reformer in his day. He was an…

My Short “Standard” Reply To  KJV  "Onlyism” 

(5 April 2011)

To me? I suspect this issue is something Satan must be laughing about as he manipulates people to fight, argue, get bitter, and so forth... and divide the Church of our Lord. It isn't a criteria for understanding and receiving the Gospel; not for understanding MOST doctrines and theology which Jesus and His Disciples taught. The Bible, Itself, NEVER says "use only the KJV." To say it does,…

I shared this in a small Bible Study with the homeless in Summer of 2008. It was the first Bible Study I ever taught. It is a simple study, really. Let the Scriptures speak to your heart, soul, and mind.

Holiness R2

Here is a short explanation about "Calvinism" (aka "Reformed" or "Doctrines Of Grace"). This is not biased to convince you about Calvinism, but simply to explain it and inform you of what the controversy is all about concerning it. 

Calvinism - Short Explanation R1

The Rapture – A Copy Of The Thread Discussion

(took place at the end of March going into early April 2011 at the Christian Friendz on Face Book…