The abuser’s deceptive way of asking questions; and Jesus’ shrewd use of questions to stymie the wicked

Telling the truth is central to Christianity. In the lead-up to my conversion, God pricked me multiple times about how I was a liar and I had to stop doing it. Buckling on the belt of truth is the first step in donning the armour of God. If we don't put on truth, the rest… Continue reading The abuser’s deceptive way of asking questions; and Jesus’ shrewd use of questions to stymie the wicked

Thoughts on How Seminary Training Can Easily Produce Gnat Strainers and Camel Swallowers

Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you tithe mint and dill and cumin, and have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness. These you ought to have done, without neglecting the others. You blind guides, straining out a gnat and swallowing a camel! Matthew 23:23-24 Way back in… Continue reading Thoughts on How Seminary Training Can Easily Produce Gnat Strainers and Camel Swallowers