Author Archives: remso

Who are the dead that are brought before the Great White throne?

Posted on 05/06/2015 by remso

The imagery of the Great White throne comes specifically from Revelation 20. However, we also find this same throne of judgment, alternately described, in the parable we find in Matthew 25; this is the parable of the sheep and the … Continue reading →

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Did Jesus walk this earth as a man, or did he have supernatural traits?

Posted on 04/30/2015 by remso

As I work through a bible study I struggle to give it a title that draws people in. It does not take me long to get thoroughly disgusted because this idea of making things marketable, is part of what has … Continue reading →

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Problems with a parable

Posted on 04/29/2015 by remso

I want to talk about a parable that has been on my mind. The reasons why will become clear. I am using Eugene Peterson’s Message for the parable, not because I am thrilled with it but it is broken down … Continue reading →

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When is Jesus coming back?

Posted on 04/23/2015 by remso

http://www.gettyimages.com/detail/148507556 Surprisingly, it is often the small things that give me inspiration; I suppose it is because they speak to something deeper within me. Such is the case with this. I feel the need to talk about this idea of … Continue reading →

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The Critics of Islam Were Right: An Apology to Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Sam Harris, Bill Maher and Other So-Called Islamophobes

Posted on 04/20/2015 by remso

Eye opening information and critique.

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Killing Christians: persecution of Christians is worse than ever, so why is the Church growing?

Posted on 04/14/2015 by remso

Even in the midst of persecution, the church is growing. He is coming soon! Joel C. Rosenberg's Blog >> Join me for a discussion of Christian persecution in the Mideast during a special simulcast on April 19th. We are living … Continue reading →

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Why was the beggar Lazarus in Abraham’s bosom?

Posted on 04/12/2015 by remso

Having made the post about Judas Iscariot, my father approaches me and says, I read your post about Judas. It was somewhat long, but tell me this: Why was the beggar Lazarus in Abraham’s bosom? The question was a little … Continue reading →

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Judas, is he lost forever?

Posted on 04/08/2015 by remso

Jesus made a statement about Judas that we Christians seem to feel is very damming. If those words are to be understood as they stand, and they are the verdict, then he is gone forever; what if we really do … Continue reading →

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Israeli scholar says 1st century Jews awaited Messiah who would die & rise again. Argues “third day resurrection” an idea that pre-dates Jesus.

Posted on 04/05/2015 by remso

Just ponder the opener to the blog. Joel C. Rosenberg's Blog “The Messiah Before Jesus: The Suffering Servant of the Dead Sea Scrolls,” a fascinating book by Dr. Israel Knohl of Hebrew University. This is the week of Passover, the … Continue reading →

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What is the most controversial prophecy in the Hebrew Bible, and why read it at Passover?

Posted on 04/04/2015 by remso

I need to give this some thought. I have often made assumptions, only to have to change course later on. Joel Rosenberg’s writings are almost prophetic, but always insightful. Joel C. Rosenberg's Blog The Great Isaiah Scroll on display at … Continue reading →

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