We do have windows into the past. Astronomy is also available to give a picture of past events. And we have already mentioned the fossil record. There is no time at which a change in the physical laws which governs the universe occurs. Astronomers do not see a time in which the Second Law of … Continue reading It Was a Cruel, Cruel World: Death and Life Before and After the Fall (Part 28)
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Social Justice Project #6
What does the Bible say about justice? Part 4: The Prophets: Isaiah In the Hebrew Scriptures, prophets spoke for God, delivering His message to the two nations of Judah and Israel. They called the people to return to God and described the future penalty for failure to do so. Sixty-two times in the seventeen prophetic … Continue reading Social Justice Project #6
It Was a Cruel, Cruel World: Death and Life Before and After the Fall (Part 27)
The impact of the Fall on the record of nature is usually focused on the “curse.” The Bible has God speaking, “And He said to Adam, “Because you listened to your wife’s voice and ate from the tree about which I commanded you, ‘Do not eat from it:’ The ground is cursed because of you. … Continue reading It Was a Cruel, Cruel World: Death and Life Before and After the Fall (Part 27)
Social Justice Project #5
What does the Bible say about justice?Part 3: Poetry and WisdomThere are five books under the classification poetry and wisdom in the Hebrew Scriptures. Together there are fifty references to justice in those books.Of the friends of Job, young Elihu speaks most about justice. His concern is lifting up God and His righteousness where justice … Continue reading Social Justice Project #5
Social Justice Project #4
What does the Bible say about justice?Part 2: HistoryBooks of history comprise twelve books of the Hebrew Scriptures. In seven of those book the word “justice” is used in the HCSB.In several instances, the expression justice refers to the administration or application of law. The sons of Eli the judge perverted justice (I Samuel 8:3). … Continue reading Social Justice Project #4
Discipleship Minute #13
Read John 1:35-51.Who is Jesus?That is the most monumental question in the world. The answer to that question determines everything else, especially your eternal destiny. Many other religious figures have existed. But, none are as unique as Jesus.In this passage, Jesus is addressed by several names. Two significant names need to be addressed. First, “the … Continue reading Discipleship Minute #13
11 Questions about the resurrection of Jesus from Bruce Hennigan with Mark Riser
1. Give us a little of your background and how you became interested in apologetics.I became interested in apologetics not too long after I became a Christian, even before I knew that it was called apologetics. Even though I have participated in many ministries in the church, apologetics always remained with me. At this point, … Continue reading 11 Questions about the resurrection of Jesus from Bruce Hennigan with Mark Riser
Discipleship Minute #12
Read Matthew 28:16-20.Jesus sent the disciples on a temporary mission to the people of Israel to proclaim the kingdom of God. They accompanied that proclamation with miracles. After His resurrection, Jesus commissioned His followers with a new mission, one that was broader in nature and scope. Jesus declared His authority when He said “All authority … Continue reading Discipleship Minute #12
Social Justice Project #4
What does the Bible say about justice?Part 1: The LawForty different authors wrote the Biblical text over a period of 1,500 years. But, justice was a recurring idea in both the Hebrew and Christian Scriptures.In the first five books of Moses, known as the Pentateuch, the term is found eight times in the HCSB.Justice must … Continue reading Social Justice Project #4
Discipleship Minute #8
Read II Timothy 2:1-10I can name several men who, through the years, have discipled and mentored me. Lynn Riley, Tommy Echols, and John Harp come to mind. If we were to ask Timothy that question, he would certainly name the apostle Paul as the one who discipled him. Timothy was not just a project with … Continue reading Discipleship Minute #8
Mark Riser - Apologist 