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Is America A Christian Nation? Aug 14, 2019

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On a recent episode of the Thinking Fellows, where I was a guest, Dr. Rosenbladt asked me what he rightfully considered to be one of the most vexing of all questions regarding the founding of these United States and the role of the faith of our founders.

Simul Iustus et Peccator: What Does this Mean? Aug 12, 2019

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The phrase, “simultaneously justified and sinner,” or simul iustus et peccator (simul for short), is a statement or confession concerning the Christian life in this world. While the saying is simple, unpacking its implications can take some time due to the number of doctrines which support it.

What Matters Most Aug 12, 2019

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We pursue what matters most to us and sacrifice what’s necessary to reach that goal. Whether it’s time, money, or health, we must sacrifice something if we want to achieve our goals. But, there’s often an unaddressed dichotomy as regards to what we want and what we’re willing to sacrifice to get it.

Killed the Word Aug 12, 2019

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Each verb is jarringly violent. The visceral lyrics and fiery enunciation pair with an oddly upbeat melody, artfully crafted to be relevant to the human experience.

Preaching and Sola Scriptura Aug 05, 2019

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One of the items that often comes to the fore in any discussion on the authority of Scripture alone (sola scriptura) is the relationship between the Bible and preaching. If the Bible alone is authoritative, what relationship does it have with the traditions of the Church, preaching from the pulpit, or the confessional documents to which we subscribe?

Hiroo Onoda and the Gospel of Reconciliation Aug 05, 2019

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In early 1945, Japanese Lieutenant Hiroo Onoda was deployed to Lubang Island about 100 miles south of Manila in the Philippines. He was leading one of several groups sent to the Pacific Theatre.

Chasing the Spotlight Aug 05, 2019

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We're always in search of a spotlight. It's natural for us to crave attention. Just watch a baby when everyone else in the room is pre-occupied -- especially if they're focused on another baby! When we see a light shining on someone, we want to push them out of the way and take their place. We want the accolades.

Killing Our Hero, Martin Luther Aug 05, 2019

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We recently explored ways Martin Luther comforted those experiencing sickness, depression, anxiety, and more through his Letters of Spiritual Counsel. We saw that Luther, the Reformation celebrity known for boldly clinging to the Word of God and taking a stand against the errors of the Catholic Church, also served as a personal pastor to many suffering souls in his hometown of Wittenberg.

Let the Bird Fly Jul 31, 2019

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The following is an excerpt from “Let the Bird Fly” written by Wade Johnston (1517 Publishing, 2019).

Celebrating Christmas in Galatians Jul 31, 2019

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Christmas in July is one of those made-up holidays that seems to be growing in popularity these days. Its origins date back to a 1933 girls camp in North Carolina, but now it has become an excellent reason for shopping centers, strip malls, and the online retail giant, Amazon, to have mid-summer sales. Even the White House is planning a Christmas in July event.

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