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Dec 11
Psalm 34: A Sacred Invitation
Jani Ortlund wrote a wonderful Daily Devotional (Dec. 11, 2025, which I receive via email) for Crossway. In it she lifts up the wonderful message of Psalm 34. It inspired me to study it further and break it down. Here is the Google doc I prepared.
Dec 10
Grew up in the 70’s and Rode a Bike without a Helmet
This video on X/Twitter describes the things kids who grew up in the 70 learned (and how they were psychologically enhanced). Here are the main points: Here is a narrative synopsis: The passage argues that children who grew up in the 1970s developed rare psychological strengths due to an unusual mix of freedom, responsibility, and …
Dec 06
The Promises of the OT, to the Hebrews, Do Apply to Us Believers
I was looking at Isaiah 43:1–2. These are wonderful words of loving promise. However, they are addressed to Jacob (and, by implication, the nation of Israel). My question was, does this apply to me as a 21st Century believer? Quick note: The phrase “Thus saith the Lord” appears in the King James OT over 400 …
Nov 24
Theocracy, Theology, Theonomy, and all that
Various terms using “theo,” including the etymology. Prefix “Theo-” = God (from Greek theos) 1. Theocracy Meaning: Rule or government under God’s authority.Other Part: -cracy = rule, power (kratos). 2. Theodicy Meaning: Defense of God’s goodness amidst the existence of evil and suffering.Other Part: -dicy from dikē = justice → “the justice of God.” 3. …
Nov 14
Art (paintings) by Leonid Afremov
Leonid Afremov developed a wonderful painting style using a palette knife and oil paint. Demonstrating an excellent use of (often bright) colors, he has a huge range of themes from rainy city streets to serene landscapes to actual locations and recognizable cathedrals. He passed away in 2019. On Twitter it was posted: “Artist Leonid Afremov …
Oct 20
Topping Off the Sermonic Meal
Here are some notes and take-aways from the article, here, by the same title. Just like a good meal needs a quality, and not skimpy, dessert, a sermon needs a sweet conclusion. “The goal of preaching is not ultimately to provide people with memorable information but transformational inspiration. If we preachers have done our job …
Sep 09
Longing for Home
The world has an inconsolable longing. It tries to satisfy the longing with scenic vacations, accomplishments of creativity, stunning cinematic productions, sexual exploits, sports extravaganzas, hallucinogenic drugs, ascetic rigors, managerial excellence, and so on. But the longing remains. What does this mean? Lewis says, “If I find in myself a desire which no experience in …
Aug 28
Past, Present, and Future in Perspective
Three questions: I put together this document to answer these questions, using scripture and quotes.
Jun 29
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 …
Jun 14
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. …
1 John 4:19
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