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As some of you know, I was skeptical upon leaving to do this operation, not sure that what we were doing was for the right reasons. I arrived here and my job added to my frustration when I learned I would not have a job that would necessarily keep me busy or add a real impact in the effort. "If I have to leave my family to do this, I might as well do something to assist." Now I am not complaining that God is protecting me from the fight to date. He has allowed me to do a very...

Principal 3: Prophecy Is Filled With Symbolism Best Understood By the Intended Audience I will briefly address the symbolism found in some of the prophecies. John Noe once said that it would be like if a person in the very far future were to find a drawing of a donkey and an elephant both dressed in red, white and blue, battling it out. A person in the future may have no idea what is being represented, however we who are American know it represents the two major parties of American politics. This same rule needs to be considered all throughout...

For centuries many Christians have debated scripture. The numerous denominations and interpretations have led to many disagreements, even to the point of alienating brethren as "heretics." Now the common excuse for seperation is that the true interpretation of the Bible cannot be known, or that many passages can have more than one interpretation. I believe the truth CAN be known, and my goal, in search of that truth, is to know the intent of the authors. When we decide to focus on what they were trying to say, and get away from the thought of "what is this saying to...

By Laura Meckler ASSOCIATED PRESS September 27, 2002 WASHINGTON – The Bush administration said Friday that it would classify developing fetuses as unborn children as a way of extending prenatal care to low-income pregnant women, brushing aside complaints that the move is a backdoor way of undercutting abortion rights. The change allows states to extend health insurance to fetuses – or even embryos – from the moment of conception by enrolling them in the State Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). It specifically allows coverage for all fetuses even if their mothers are immigrants who are ineligible for government help. CHIP...

As we saw in the previous article, Puritan theologian John Owen argued that the teaching of 2 Peter 3 about the coming "Day of the Lord" was not about the end of the physical universe, but of the Old Covenant and the nation of Israel. He points out that the term "heavens and earth" are often used in the Old Testament as a symbolic expression for God's covenantal creation, Israel (see Isa. 51:15-20; Jer. 4:23-31). Owen writes: "the heavens and earth that God himself planted - the sun, moon, and stars of the judaical polity and church - the whole...

A basic principle of the Reformation was the priesthood of all believers. Not only could sinners receive the merits of Jesus Christ directly, but they also were given the high and holy privilege to study the Bible directly. Private interpretation does not mean interpretive autonomy. Scripture must be used to interpret Scripture. Nowhere is this principle more vividly illustrated than in a study of 2 Peter 3 and its language of a "new heaven and a new earth." According to St. Peter's second epistle, Christ and the apostles had warned that apostasy would accelerate toward the end of the "last...

WHEN DID JESUS SAY THAT HE WOULD RETURN? Matthew 10 23When they persecute you in this city, flee to another. For assuredly, I say to you, you will not have gone through the cities of Israel before the Son of Man comes. Matthew 16 27For the Son of Man will come in the glory of His Father with His angels, and then He will reward each according to his works. 28 Assuredly, I say to you, there are some standing here who shall not taste death till they see the Son of Man coming in His kingdom." Matthew 24 34Assuredly,...

Inspired by "BigMack" I wanted start a thread dedicated to the things we have in common. I am a Predestined Preterist Christian. Can't get much more out of the norm than that. But I do know many Christians from different denominations. What I admire about Catholics.1. Their devotion to each other. These guys go down together if at all. Though I believe at times they might choose to die on the wrong hill, they are loyal.2. I have always seen more loyal Catholics at abortion protests than any other group. They have been the best crusaders for the Pro-life cause....

1. "The Kingdom of Heaven is at hand." (Matt. 3:2) 2. "Who warned you to flee from the wrath about to come?" (Matt. 3:7) 3. "The axe is already laid at the root of the trees." (Matt. 3:10) 4. "His winnowing fork is in His hand." (Matt. 3:12) 5. "The kingdom of heaven is at hand." (Matt. 4:17) 6. "The kingdom of heaven is at hand." (Matt. 10:7) 7. "You shall not finish going through the cities of Israel, until the Son of Man comes." (Matt. 10:23) 8. "....the age about to come." (Matt. 12:32) 9. "The Son of Man...

Just some questions for futurists and especially PostMill's. 1. If Lazerus rose from the dead BODILY, why is Christ called the "firstfruits from the dead" in relation to the resurrection of ALL saints? 2. What does it mean to plant this body as a seed? (1 Cor 15) 3. Where is the verse that declares a "physical" bodily resurrection? 4. Doesn't 1 Cor 15 declare only a "spiritual body" resurrection. 5. If those dead in Christ were still in Hades or asleep until Revelation 20 was completed, is salvation complete before the fulfillment of Revelation 20 or is it only...

Part One - The Propaganda of Fear • Religious Tyranny The common hell theory is an amalgimation of pagan beliefs. With it, religious leaders through the ages learned that they could use fear to control people. This fear entered the world through the serpent's deception that God is evil. Adam described his mistrust of God in Genesis 3:10, saying, "I heard Thy voice in the garden and was afraid and hid myself." The question is, 'Does God rule by fear, or does fear hinder our relationship to God?' Before Adam fell, we see him in perfect communication with God, his...

Many Christian students and teachers are waging a campaign today to tell the truth about homosexuality. On Wednesday, April 10, homosexual supporters in hundreds of schools are observing what is being called the "Day of Silence" as a means of gaining recognition. Many Christians are involved in a counter event called "Truth Without Interruption Day." They are seizing the opportunity to speak the truth about homosexuality, and they are hoping to spread the Gospel. Bunny Galladora, a housewife and mother in Gaithersburg, Maryland, organized the truth-telling campaign. She says the whole purpose is to spread the truth -- and she...

I SAMUEL 2 Note how this chapter begins with glory to the Father. 1 Hannah also prayed and said, "My heart exults in the LORD; my strength is exalted in the LORD. My mouth derides my enemies, because I rejoice in thy salvation. 2 "There is none holy like the LORD, there is none besides thee; there is no rock like our God. 3 Talk no more so very proudly, let not arrogance come from your mouth; for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed. 4 The bows of the mighty are broken, but...

Q. Who was the greatest financier in the Bible? A. Noah; he was floating his stock while everyone was in liquidation. Q. Who was the greatest female financier in the Bible? A. Pharaoh's daughter; she went down to the bank of the Nile and drew out a little prophet. Q. What kind of man was Boaz before he got married? A. Ruth-less. Q. Who was the first drug addict in the Bible? A. Nebuchadnezzar; he was on grass for seven years. Q. What kind of motor vehicles are in the Bible? A. Jehovah drove Adam and Eve out of the...

The meat of the new covenant can only be understood in the light of our place in God's history of man.. It requires an understanding of the different expectations the Apostles had concerning the second coming. Here is my take on our new standard. Hebrews 2:14 Since therefore the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the same nature, that through death he might destroy him who has the power of death, that is, the devil, 15and deliver all those who through fear of death were subject to lifelong bondage. This had not happened yet as...

I felt the need to write this response to Brother Grimes after reading a letter he had published on the web, titled above. I found it to be good hearted yet unfortunately all too typical of a defense by a "partial-preterist" or a "futurist" scholar. Filled with holes by, either intentionally or unintentionally, left out scripture, I felt it was necessary to respond with why Brother Grimes is not only wrong, in my opinion, but in error of not rightly dividing the Word of truth.Response To Brother Grimes First Point "The Second Parousia Will Come Unexpectedly" This point we have...