Chosen?
I like this take on the word chosen.
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Clayboy on Bell and Hell
He makes some random observations.
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Herold Weiss on Genesis 2:4b – 4:26
Herold Weiss is continuing his series on the doctrine of creation in the Bible with a discussion of sources and how this passage might enlighten our understanding. The entire series has been extremely interesting and has generated some serious (and some not so serious) discussion. (Note: I am publisher of Herold Weiss’s new book Finding…
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On Risk – Quote of the Day
From Allan Bevere: … no human being is entitled to a risk free existence. The entire article is worth a read.
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Evolution and Continuous Upward Progress
Peter Kirk has written a post titled The Gospel is not incompatible with theistic evolution, in which he responds to an article by Dr. David Shackelford. Peter’s response covers most of the ground. I wanted to add something here, however, regarding “continuous upward progress,” which Dr. Shackelford, as quoted by Peter, says is “demanded” by…
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Quote of the Day
From Brian McLaren: “We are suffering the consequences of our idolatry. Our motto ‘In God We Trust’ is printed right on the front of the God in which we trust.”
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Observing Lent
Despite this, I’m observing Lent.
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Inspired (or not so much inspired) Interpretations
Tony Breeden has taken Joel Watts to task over his understanding of Genesis and origins. As if frequently the case with such discussions, Breeden has mistaken his own interpretation for “what the Bible actually says.” It’s “disagree with me, deny the Bible.” Joel responds rather well, I think, using some excellent scriptures. I suggest that…
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Michael Patton on the Best Bible Version
I’m glad to see this, though I do disagree with a few points. First, I don’t agree that using a formal equivalence translation means you are closer to the original. You are closer in some ways–reflecting the words and structure of the original language–yet you are often further in other ways, including reflecting the thought….
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Ash Wednesday 1A – Psalm 51
I wrote a blog post some time back with an outline I made from Psalm 51, along with links to a pamphlet that discusses repentance.