The Apocrypha: Reading Between the Testament an Overview

I post this to fulfill a favor for a friend ... the image to the right is of the table of contents for a real King James Version ... this one from 1611I. What is the Apocrypha? For many the Apocrypha is a collection of books that have been added to the Bible because (it is assumed) these books support some sort of false doctrine. Such a perspective, however is not balanced. Far from being a threat to our faith, the Apocrypha is a witness to the faith...

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Ancestry of the King James Version # 9: John Wycliffe and the First English Bible

Other posts on Ancestry of the King James Version #1; #2; #3; #4; #5; #6; #7; #8; Something new was being passed around in the 1380’s, in a world lit only by fire. It was an eagerly copied, extremely large book – a book the English language had never had before. It was the Bible, the whole Bible, translated from the Latin Vulgate. It was believed to be the primary work of Oxford scholar John Wycliffe. Morning Star of the ReformationScholars are...

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Tolle lege - Profitable Material on the Net

The net can be a wonderful resource. Let me recommend a few readings that could possibly nourish your mind and your spirit. Hearing the Word ... How to Benefit Spiritually From PreachingThis piece briefly relates the wisdom of Robert Hall (1764-1831) a powerful Baptist preacher of the 19th century. Some of Hall's suggestions may seem a bit old fashioned but one cannot help but think that here is some sound teaching in the true Pauline sense. "I'm Just Not that Attracted to Her" by Michael Lawrence This is a fascinating piece. Right around...

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Will Heaven be on Earth or a "pure spiritual existence"?? Reply to a Letter

Not long ago I received an email with a lengthy critique of my views regarding the New Heavens and the New Earth. Some of the material was simply not what I believe and other parts an attempt to critique it biblically. At first I was not going to reply but I chose to do so. I commend my brother and hope my reply will contribute to a greater understanding. I am hoping that further dialogue will take place with closer attention to the relevant themes...

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The Bread on the Table: An Ancient Controversy that Changed the Supper

Introduction to a Sad AffairAt about 8 am on Saturday, July 16, A.D. 1054, the church of Santa Sophia was preparing for worship. The congregation was gathering, the priests, the deacons were assembled in the choir. Then three strangers, Latins or Papal legates, entered the building. Passing through the nave, they made their way to the altar. They spoke a few Latin words to the congregation. Turning in silence they placed upon the altar a document...

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Pepperdine Bible Lectures 2011

Pepperdine 2011 has come and has now slipped into the sands of time.Last Sunday afternoon my beloved bride (Tifani Valentine) and I packed our travel gear into our Saturn Vue to begin the long trek to Malibu, CA. Also being our first anniversary as a married couple Tifani and I decided we would have some fun along the way too. Our little Saturn drove through AZ and CA to Palm Springs on Sunday. We spent the night in the Pepper Tree Inn, walked up...

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