Kevin Graham, Christian Author
We who know what it is to fear the Lord, do what we can to persuade others...For Christ's love compels us (2 Cor 5:11).
Tag Archives: Scripture
Forgiven, Yet Still Under Judgment
Why are Christians under judgment? It seems absurd for Peter to inform believers that they are exposed to some divine review that demands obedience, if they have already been forgiven. Human courts don’t even allow offenders to be exposed to … Continue reading
Understanding God-talk
Have you ever wondered why God talks the way he does? So often, in Scripture, his words are shrouded in mystery, or stated in very curious ways. When people had the opportunity to ask him questions, his answers typically were … Continue reading
Posted in Approaching Scripture, Christian Gospel
Tagged bible, Christian, doctrines, Gospel, grace, interpretation, Scripture, theology, truth, Word
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Divine Direction – Seeking Clarity
We all want to know the right answer. Whether it is a student in school, or a businessman evaluating a new investment opportunity, or a mom trying to raise her child, or a Christian looking for direction in choices they … Continue reading
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Tagged Christianity, clarity, knowing, Prayer, revelation, Scripture, truth
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The + – + Method
One of the most difficult tasks of any Bible teacher, pastor, or missionary is to speak truth to broken people. We all are a work-in-progress, which makes teaching extremely challenging. On one hand, faithful leaders are overwhelmed with the desire … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian, Christianity, encouragement, Gospel, interpretation, salvation, Scripture
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Interpreting Symbols on a Page – Category vs Substance
Language is a curious thing. It is the vehicle through which we convey our thoughts, wants, and meanings, but of itself it is just a lifeless set of repeating patterns. Neither words, nor the letters that form words, have any … Continue reading
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Tagged category vs substance, Christian, Christianity, interpretation, Scripture, truth
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The Gideon Complex
Sickness and disease are most often acquired as a social condition, rather than by isolated infection. Much like sin, contagions are typically transferred from those around us; and, in spite of our cautions, are most often passed on to those … Continue reading
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Tagged belief, Christian, Christianity, faith, Gideon Complex, miracles, Scripture, Word of God
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Believing in Fake Scripture
What we claim to believe about Scripture directly reflects what we believe about God. Scripture is the word of God. It is not simply a regurgitation that resembles what God thinks; Scripture is the very breath of God. “All Scripture … Continue reading
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Tagged accuracy, bible, Christian, Christianity, originals, Scripture, scrolls, statement of faith, Word of God
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Setting Your Anchor on the Gospel (3 of 3)
The boy and his best friend could track everything, but one wily coon always seemed to stay one trick ahead. An old-timer suggested he try the Shiny Trick. Along a known racoon trail, the boy drilled a hole in a … Continue reading
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Tagged anchor, belief, Calvin, Christian, Christianity, church, deception, denomination, doctrine, false teaching, foundation, Gospel, interpretation, Luther, Pope, Scripture, truth
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Setting Your Anchor on the Gospel (2 of 3)
The gnarly old salt rowed his boat up onto the deserted island, grabbed the bow rope and anchor stick, found a favorable spot, tapped the stick home, and tied his boat up with plans to explore the shoreline. As soon … Continue reading
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Tagged anchor, apostle, beginning, beliefs, bible, boat, Christian, Christianity, doctrine, foundation, Gospel, original, Scripture, theology, truth
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Salvation Formation
Of any promise that has ever been made, the greatest is the offer to live forever with every desire fulfilled. So goes the fairy tale…and they lived happily ever after. So also is God’s promise of salvation! The sting of … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian, Christianity, doctrine, glorification, glorify, Gospel, Jesus, justification, justify, salvation, sanctification, sanctify, saved, Scripture, theology
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