Category Archives: Scripture

The Sermon on the Mount 19

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Jason

38 “You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ 39 But I say to you, Do not resist the one who is evil. But if anyone slaps you on the … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Proverbs: Wisdom vs. Folly

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Jason

I believe Proverbs 1.7 to be thematic for the entire text: The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. I’ve already written about the fear of the LORD in a previous post; … Continue reading →

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Ground Zero

Posted on August 18, 2010 by Jason

This week, I’ve been following the news out of New York regarding the proposed construction of a Muslim mosque in the heart of Manhattan, just blocks away from “Ground Zero”, the site of the 9/11 attacks from 2001. Nearly 10 … Continue reading →

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The Sermon on the Mount 18

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Jason

33 “Again you have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not swear falsely, but shall perform to the Lord what you have sworn.’ 34 But I say to you, Do not take an oath at … Continue reading →

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The Sermon on the Mount 17

Posted on August 6, 2010 by Jason

27 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ 28 But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If … Continue reading →

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Controlling Stories

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Jason

I had a seminary professor who was fond of saying things like this: “Everyone has a story that controls their life.” What he meant by that is everyone has a narrative that significantly shapes their worldview by giving meaning to … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Proverbs: The Fear of the LORD

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Jason

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge. — Proverbs 1.7 The Proverbs emphasize a variety of themes: the value of wisdom; the perils of folly; the destructive nature of pride; the importance of resourcefulness; compassion for the … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Proverbs: Teach Your Children

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Jason

And you Of tender years Can’t know the fears That your elders grew by And so please help Them with your youth They seek the truth Before they can die “Teach Your Children Well” — Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Proverbs: Principles, Not Promises

Posted on June 21, 2010 by Jason

I recently finished a ten month study of the book of Proverbs. I’m sorry to say I had never even read the Proverbs all the way through — much less studied them in depth — prior to last summer. But … Continue reading →

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The Sermon on the Mount 16

Posted on June 9, 2010 by Jason

21 “You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not murder; and whoever murders will be liable to judgment.’ 22But I say to you that everyone who is angry with his brother will be liable … Continue reading →

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