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The Roman Empire: The Death of Julia

In the twenty-first century it is uncommon to not be familiar with the title of Caesar. Especially in the Western World, the name Caesar still holds a status even two thousand plus years after his reign over the Roman Empire. Another name that is familiar, but not always closely tied to Caesar (though it should…
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Acts Chapter Six (Back At It)

Acts Chapter Six is a continuation of how the first century church was being structured during the aftermath of Jesus’ ascension and the beginnings of Peter and John overseeing the disciples and followers of the Way. Stephen becomes a critical character with strong faith and morale who not only becomes one of seven chosen to…
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Cognitive Science and its Place in Christianity

The question being pondered is, “What is Cognitive Science, and what is its place in Christianity? Specifically, as we consider modern sciences, modern progress, and an ever changing technological landscape… how does Christianity fit into a world that constantly seems to reject certain traditional belief systems?”
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The Confusion of Nuance

The questioned being pondered is, “What are some modern secular issues with religious diction, faith-based stances, and Christianity as a whole, and, as a Christian, how is it possible to evangelize in a globalizing culture that is passionately against hearing about, learning about, or accepting Jesus Christ as the Messiah and savior of humanity from…
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Language, Liberty, Psyche and Pneuma

The question being pondered is, “What is the relationship between biblical language and biblical liberty, is this relative for the discernment between soul and spirit, and what is the relationship between psyche, pneuma, hedonism and depression?
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Trees, People, and Christian Liberty

An entertaining question to ponder is, “What is the relationship between trees and people, how is this relevant, and what is the relationship between this comparison and Christian Liberty?”. A passion for learning is not as common as we would hope. A lot of people experience such bad, non enthusiastic education in their youth that…
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Forgiveness

What is forgiveness in regards to Christian Liberty? Christianity and the spirit of forgiveness gifts us the ability to exist in a state of perpetual and habitual forgiveness. This is also a calling to extend that forgiveness towards others. Now, to succeed in this matter is a completely different discussion because as long as we…
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Acts Chapter Five (Ananias Drops Dead; Who is Gamaliel?)

Acts Chapter Five is the most challenging chapter of the New Testament that I have read to date. I have learned so much more regarding the Ekklesia and the first century church that spawned the major world religion known as Christianity. Do not be fooled though… following Christ daily is not an easy task and…
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Acts Chapter Four (Peter and the Counsel)

One of the most powerful realities of Peter’s transformation through the Holy Spirit is revealed through this chapter and it is regards to his boldness brought on by both his desire and need to share the gospel life and testimony of his beloved friend, Lord, and savior Jesus Christ. His full recognition of himself in…
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Acts Chapter Three (Peter’s Transformation)

A short and sweet chapter reveals the newfound courage and power of Peter and John as they begin carrying the torch the is Jesus’ ministry. This is a powerful awakening of the Holy Spirit and this chapter is marking the beginning of a new chapter in salvation not by works, but by the blood of…