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I am a Ph.D. student in biblical theology. I especially love ecclesiology - the study of the church - from a biblical perspective instead of a theological perspective.

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I also work as an adjunct professor teaching Greek at the college

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Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations Going to church: Is it mandatory: 1 of 58
But I have perfect attendance...I've read several articles and heard several teachers lately that have stated that believers are commanded to assemble with one another. Usually, these articles and teachers reference Hebrews 10:25 as proof that Scripture commands believers to assemble with one another:And let us consider how t... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Doctrine & Issues Trusting in God: 2 of 82
Once upon a time, God used a donkey. How foolish! Not today. Today, God has other means of transportation available to him. He uses nice cars - luxury cars - even limos. God even uses jet planes. Why would God want to use something as foolish as a donkey when he has planes available to him?Once upon a time, God used pagan pro... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Loneliness: 5 of 49
As Long As I SmileDon't confuse my eyes with a strangerTears I cry inside to drive you awayAnd you, you don't careAs long as I smile and have a good day(chorus)In my mind I find I need the speed to keep from fallingAnd as I slide I'll hold on to someone below meAnd you will never know -No, I will never show -You will never kn... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Redemption: 10 of 78
Drift AwayMaybe its the circles that I'm walking in;Maybe its the dark clouds overhead;But there's a song playing with my sanity,And its chorus is throwing me away.Its chorus is throwing me away.There's a break in the rhythm of my footsteps;A mind to my heart thats not me.There's a life to the song that's threateningTo captur... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Religion: 10 of 69
The HillThe climb up the hill was exhausting - harder than I ever imagined. Once I reached the top, I collapsed in a heap at the base of the tree and rested in its shadow. The fatigue slowly consumed me until I drifted into a much sought period of rest, peace, comfort.When I awoke, my mission, my purpose on this hill, eluded ... More..
Creative Writing > Songs Songs: Losing love: 15 of 84
Consider ThisI watched you across a lifetimeI watched you cross me off your listAnd I know that you don't know meDid you consider thisFor years I longed to hear your whisperFor years I trembled at the riskBut still I hid behind dark glassesDid you consider this(chorus)And if I live does it prove I never loved youAnd if I die ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations Why the Christian church must be united: 8 of 41
Toward the end of his account of the gospel, John records Jesus' prayer for himself, for his followers, and for those of us who would follow them. This is part of the prayer that Jesus prayed for us:I do not ask for these only, but also for those who will believe in me through their word, that they may all be one, just as you... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations The true meaning of Christian community: 5 of 18
A couple of days ago, a friend mentioned being lonely even when meeting together with the church. I began to remember times when I was in a church meeting with many other people and yet felt lonely. Times of solitude (being alone) are important, but solitude is not the same as loneliness.I can remember times of sitting on a p... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations Christian life: Why worship is important: 8 of 23
Here I am to worship...For as long as I can remember, I have been exhorted to come to church on Sundays in order to worship God. On Sundays, churches have "worship services" at certain "worship times" held in their "worship centers" during "corporate worship" to sing "worship songs" chosen by "worship leaders" accompanied by ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Life as seen from a Christian perspective: 5 of 13
Walking Together...Until moving to another state to attend seminary, I lived a fairly active life. Because of this, I haven't needed to set aside time to exercise. However, because of seminary, my lifestyle has become much more sedentary, and as a result I have become less healthy and I've gained too much weight.I decided tha... More..