There has been much debate through the centuries of church history over Paul's "lost epistle to the Laodiceans." The biblical reference for the "lost epistle" comes from Colossians 4:16: "And when this letter has been read among you, have it also read in the church of the Laodiceans; and see that you also read the … Continue reading The Archaeological Discovery of the Lost Epistle to the Laodiceans
Science & The Bible
It is common in many popular evangelical settings to disparage science. Based on your reading of Geisler's text so far, how would you defend Christianity on Scientific terms? Would you personally disparage science as anti-God? What about historical scientific figures that were first and foremost scientists but also evangelical in their Christian beliefs, how would … Continue reading Science & The Bible
90 Minutes in Heaven: A Look at Death & Afterlife
Among works offered in Christian bookstores and on-line sellers there are books written by so-called evangelicals advocating their experience of dying and coming back to life and telling us what they experienced either in heaven or about hell. What is wrong with these ideas? How would you counsel a friend that has been influenced greatly … Continue reading 90 Minutes in Heaven: A Look at Death & Afterlife
New Tool: Bible Pronunciation Website
Here's a handy tip from Morris Proctor: Bible Pronunciation WebsiteA while back I discovered a free Biblepronunciation website. It has been a while since I’ve listed it in thenewsletter and several have e-mailed asking for it so here it is:You can click here to jump thereHere is the address: http://netministries.org/bbasics/bbwords.htm
Here's a handy tip from Morris Proctor:Bible Pronunciation WebsiteA while back I discovered a free Biblepronunciation website. It has been a while since I’ve listed it in thenewsletter and several have e-mailed asking for it so here it is:You can click here to jump thereHere is the address:http://netministries.org/bbasics/bbwords.htm
Book Review: Battle for the Beginning
John MacArthur is widely known for his thorough approach to teaching God’s Word. He is a popular author and conference speaker, and has served as pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California since 1969. MacArthur is the president of The Master's College and The Master's Seminary, and he has written hundreds of books … Continue reading Book Review: Battle for the Beginning
Fall Offering Letter (2006)
November 1, 2006 Dear Family of Friends, We have enjoyed a tremendous season of growth this fall as we have studied the book of Joshua together. Most encouraging to me have been the men and women—mostly in the second service—who have made a decision to believe in Jesus Christ. As we conclude our study of … Continue reading Fall Offering Letter (2006)
Giving Letter (7/2006)
July 17, 2006 Dear Family of Friends, I hope you are enjoying your summertime! As I write this, the temperatures are soaring into the 90s during the day. I can’t help but think, however, of the many U.S. soldiers serving in Iraq today. I read a news account recently that temperatures in Iraq will reach … Continue reading Giving Letter (7/2006)
Paul and the Acts of the Apostles
The Early Church The Church is a present-day phenomenon that was completely hidden from the Old Testament prophets. The ”400 years of silence” between the Old and New Testaments was foretold in detail by the prophet Daniel. The birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ were foretold in great detail through hundreds of prophecies … Continue reading Paul and the Acts of the Apostles
Encountering Jesus
For over 1,500 years, God spoke through the Old Testament prophets and writers. Woven through the history of men of old and the poetry of kings and unknown authors is the scarlet thread of God’s love for a nation (Israel) and a world that rejected him. At the center of this most incredible story is … Continue reading Encountering Jesus