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The Self-Rule Experiment

The exercise of power in human existence is concentrated in government, which establishes laws, controls and collects all types of value (like money, land, and rights), and enforces its chosen form of organization (through soldiers, police, and judiciary) at the … Continue reading

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Bible Thumping Motives

The most popular book in human history continues to spawn many different styles of approach. Classic groupings in how Christians attempt to apply biblical instruction to their lives are often labeled as Conservative or Liberal. Further distinctions are often made … Continue reading

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She’s a Perfect Ten

You were a goddess of perfection when you were young, but not so much now. Ouch; that’s not going to win you points, but is it true? Scripture makes a similar statement: “Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the … Continue reading

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Bible Blues: Why Trust an Old Book?

Regarding the fallibility of man and the infallibility of Scripture. [The following lecture notes are shared for further study from a recent presentation by Kevin Graham]. Jn 7:38   “Whoever believes in me as the Scripture has said, streams of living water … Continue reading

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