Where is the Will of God?
“Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father who is in heaven will enter” (Matt…
Category: Mind Your King
Tradition and God’s Word
Mark 7 tells one of the more well-known accounts of Jesus’ confrontations with the Pharisees. The Pharisees and some scribes had seen Jesus’ disciples eating with “impure” or unwashed hands.…
Whose Voice do we Follow?
“Truly, truly, I say to you, he who does not enter by the door into the fold of the sheep, but climbs up some other way, he is a thief…
The Greater Danger
Differences over the interpretations of texts among those who claim allegiance to Christ is a long-standing problem that continues. We often debate the meaning of texts and sometimes the differences…
What is an Inference?
In my experience, I have seen a number of times in discussions where the idea of using an inference is taken to task, particularly in discussions about authority. I have…
It’s Just Too Simple
Years ago I spent over 8 hours one day studying with a youth minister from an evangelical church. While there was much to agree on, there were many issues over…
Be Thankful for God’s Authority
God is Creator. Because of Who He is, He has the inherent right to command and expect obedience. He has the right to tell us what to do, how to…
Silence and “Negative Inference”
In communication, silence is tricky. It might communicate either approval or disapproval. It may mean nothing at all. It all depends on the context and further information that surrounds it.…
Going Beyond Scripture
“Now these things, brethren, I have figuratively applied to myself and Apollos for your sakes, so that in us you may learn not to exceed what is written, so that…
Toward a Better Understanding
Over the years, I have tried to work hard at communicating truth in ways that are pretty simplified. The goal is not to be condescending (that means talking down to…