Since there are always innumerable commentaries expressing confusion over the Trinity concept, I wish to provide a very simple description on the matter. As above, so below. The Almighty is the Creative Source of all that exists above, which establishes the principle from which what is below forms itself. We can also call what is … Continue reading The Trinity
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Q & A: Look, Lord, here are two swords [Luke 22:38].
Question: And they said, “Look, Lord, here are two swords.” And he said to them, “It is enough.” Can anyone please explain it [Luke 22:38] like I'm 5 years old. Everything Jesus taught was pacifist. But then there is this one scripture which has been used to inspire Crusades throughout history. Can anyone provide scripture or … Continue reading Q & A: Look, Lord, here are two swords [Luke 22:38].
Q & A: Do I have to shed tears while I pray?
Question: Do I have to shed tears while I pray? So I go to a church. I have (at least I believe so) a faith in Christ. I know he has led me to where I am in my life right now. I feel thankful for it. He saves me all the time in spite … Continue reading Q & A: Do I have to shed tears while I pray?
Q & A: All I want out of life is spiritual growth. What would this mean in a Christian sense?
Question: All I want out of life is spiritual growth. What would this mean in a Christian sense? I feel a strong calling to withdraw deep into my soul through some sort of meditative/mystic practice. I want to get as close to Truth as possible. I feel like nothing else in life is worth pursuing. … Continue reading Q & A: All I want out of life is spiritual growth. What would this mean in a Christian sense?
Q & A: Should a Christian go to court?
Question: I think my landlord is trying to wrongfully keep my security deposit, but I know that Christ said to hand over things that people demand of you and turn the other cheek (Matthew 5:39-42). Would it be wrong for me to tell my landlord to give me my deposit back, and even go to … Continue reading Q & A: Should a Christian go to court?
Q & A: How exactly does the Lord punish us?
God does not punish, nor does He intervene. He just gives kindly advice, and then allows each person to make decisions with their free will. Through the consequences (good or bad), the person then learns lessons and gains recognition of how to properly adjust to His Will. Imagine the following: A parent cautions their child … Continue reading Q & A: How exactly does the Lord punish us?
The Folly of Christmas Celebrations
Suppose it your birthday, and a group of friends arrive at your house to celebrate, all bearing gifts. At the appointed time, everyone gathers in a small circle. Soon afterward, the gift exchange commences. However, you immediately notice something strange and perplexing. And that is, instead of giving you the gifts, your friends are busy … Continue reading The Folly of Christmas Celebrations
Does the Almighty tempt?
If we are honest, we will admit that for modern man it is difficult and almost impossible to honor and respect the Almighty as Perfect and Holy if you interpret His Nature based solely on orthodox biblical interpretations. As blasphemous as these statements appear, let me give you an example of what I mean. Genesis … Continue reading Does the Almighty tempt?
Waiting for help
Sometimes our problem is impatience, not lack of help. Imagine an Israelite during their days of Egyptian enslavement, fervently petitioning the Almighty for the help of deliverance...daily. Now further imagine if these entreaties grew more impatient and intense daily, as the scourge of the Egyptians amplified in truculence. Now I want you to picture a … Continue reading Waiting for help
Truth and spirit; Relativity and the brain
The brain, by its nature, can only reproduce into images, chemicals, emotions, and words, the will and volition that issue from the human soul; the same way the ear can only hear and process the sound waves that issue from a foreign mouth or object. For this reason, anyone binding themselves to the limitations of … Continue reading Truth and spirit; Relativity and the brain
Foundation for Ascent 