1 Cor 15:56 The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. (ESV) John 8:24 I told you that you would die in your sins, for unless you believe that I am he you will die in your sins.” (ESV) Thousands of years of religion has distorted the meaning of … Continue reading The tragic flaw of unbelief
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I’m Right! Part:1
From the moment we are born we thrive on approval. We desire approval. We seek approval. Just think about it. When you smile at a baby you usually get a smile back, right? Children learn at a very young age that approval will result in good stuff. Even with zero knowledge of the law they … Continue reading I’m Right! Part:1
Rebellious Resentment Reaction
You know the scene. Here comes the meltdown. Your teenaged daughter Trish has been way out of control. She has come home late, stayed up late, not done her homework and has a new friend you’re not so sure of. So you "lay down the law" and inflict some punishment for good measure. You take … Continue reading Rebellious Resentment Reaction
NOTW
I bet everyone who lives in the US knows what NOTW stands for. This symbol is everywhere. Do we really know what it means? For the clothes maker it is a symbol of their merchandise. For the religious it is a declaration that "our good behavior sets us apart from the world's bad behavior." For … Continue reading NOTW
Age of Innocence
What if we could be free from the knowledge of good and evil? Is it possible? Paul says all our flesh or selfish problems are inflamed by the law (Rom 7:5-8). What if we could return to an age of innocence where we no longer had lists and categories to live by and judge by? … Continue reading Age of Innocence