June 2025 archive

The hyrax makes it home in the rocks

First, what is hyrax and where is it in the Bible? Second, (and more importantly) what is the significance? I asked ChatGPT about the small mammal that lives (hides) in the rocks. The response is here: The animal you’re referring to is the hyrax, also known as the coney or rock badger in some Bible …

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The Great Directives

Introduction and Background In the life of faith, we have the two Great Commandments and the Great Commission. Great Commandments In the Old Testament: In the New Testament: The Great Commission The Great Directives In addition to the great commands and the great commission, I lift up, what I am calling, the two great directives. …

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Always Reforming Sermon/Speech by Augustus Lopes

Here is an excellent sermon/speech titled, “Semper Reformanda,” which means always reforming. Always reforming is a principle of the Reformed church. The address as a good description of history, geographical implications, the state of affairs of Christianity in the 21st Century and, most importantly, some suggestions for getting/keeping the church on track. Included is Os …

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