In this series we have looked at the "root" of sin. The Greek word translated as "sin" is hamartia and has a rich history in the literary community. The poets used the hamartia or "tragic flaw" to illicit an emotional response. It is when the great hero like Oedipus kills his father and doesn't know … Continue reading Tragic flaws uprooted
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Flesh and Spirit: part 2
Rom 7:18 For I know that nothing good dwells in me, that is, in my flesh. For I have the desire to do what is right, but not the ability to carry it out. (ESV) My flesh is weak. My spirit is strong. My flesh believes a lie that "God is against me." My flesh is … Continue reading Flesh and Spirit: part 2
A gift or a gift?
I really love it when God reveals His amazing plan for us. Sometimes we have to dig a little to find it but there it was all along. I think it is part of the journey of hunger and thirst that makes the meal all the more enjoyable. Sometimes you find a jewel that is … Continue reading A gift or a gift?
Passion or Suffering
There are many words in the Greek that can be translated as suffering. Some of them are obvious, unambiguous translations like this one: [Mat 16:21 KJV] 21 From that time forth began Jesus to shew unto his disciples, how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests … Continue reading Passion or Suffering
Love in You…Not “Shame on You”
When you read your Bible what is your perspective? What you should see when you read is Jesus. Religion wants you to see self. If every verse is “conviction” that you have done something wrong or need to work harder to get better (a nice way of saying condemnation) then stop, take a deep breath … Continue reading Love in You…Not “Shame on You”
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