Category Archives: Scripture

God…With Scars

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Jason

I’ve always felt that Thomas gets a bad rep. We call him “Doubting Thomas” because of one momentary lapse of demanding “proof” of Jesus’ resurrection. In his defense, he wasn’t there when all of other disciples had this great resurrection … Continue reading →

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Free NIV 2010 Update

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Jason

40 different translations. 20 different languages. Over 10 million downloads. Yes, I’m talking about the YouVersion Bible App. The idea is really a simple one: put a Bible (in digital form) in the hands of as many people as possible. … Continue reading →

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Kingdom Values: Hospitable Speech

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Jason

In addition to my ongoing series on The Sermon on the Mount, I’ve decided to begin writing (in no particular order) about the values and principles that usher in the Kingdom reign of God. I’m not claiming to be an … Continue reading →

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The Sermon on the Mount 23

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Jason

14 For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15 But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins. — Matthew 6:14-15 On … Continue reading →

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Recovering From Bibliolatry

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Jason

The decision to open the most recent session of the U.S. House of Representatives with the reading of the Constitution has sparked a national debate regarding the nature of our governing document. Is the Constitution a “living” document, dynamic and … Continue reading →

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An Overlooked Ingredient

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Jason

Among other things, Paul writes the Philippians to encourage unity. He writes in 1.27-28, “Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in … Continue reading →

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The Ten Commandments of Scripture Interpretation

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Jason

With my time being what it is, I don’t get to surf around some of my favorite sites very often, much less take the additional step of posting links to my blog. But this article by Skye Jethani entitled “The … Continue reading →

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We All Need To Be More Materialistic

Posted on December 1, 2010 by Jason

I’m struck by the juxtaposition of Thanksgiving — a season of reflection and gratitude — and the ubiquitous commercialism of “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday”. According to the National Retail Federation, American consumers spent over $45 billion shopping on Friday, … Continue reading →

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The Sermon on the Mount 22

Posted on November 10, 2010 by Jason

7 And when you pray, do not heap up empty phrases as the Gentiles do, for they think that they will be heard for their many words. 8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need … Continue reading →

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The Sermon on the Mount 20

Posted on September 12, 2010 by Jason

1 Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. 2 Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no … Continue reading →

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