Lookahead: I am reminded of one of my favorite movies (Risen, sorry I keep pitching it), in which the Roman tribune, before he goes out on a mission, stops by a small cubbyhole/recess in the limestone-block walls of the barracks. It is a shrine to Mars. In the cubbyhole is a small, patina-layered bronze statue … Continue reading Worship #7 – Worship Back in the Day: Heathens and Jesus
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Worship #5 – Crazy Heathen Worship
Lookahead: Idol worship was integrated in with every facet of ancient entertainment: “you couldn’t participate in any feasts, celebrations, holidays, sporting events, etc. without worshiping false deities…” Even the emperor thought he was a god and was worshiped as such. In sum, this does give us a glimpse into how the heathens worshiped. We also have learned … Continue reading Worship #5 – Crazy Heathen Worship
Unpacking James – Introduction
Note: To view the posts in this series, you can use Search Bar at the very bottom. To view all posts chronologically please go to “PRIOR POSTS” Selection on Menu Bar. (“Uncategorized” link gets you vintage posts.) Once you’ve selected a post, if you scroll to the very bottom, you’ll find navigation links to help … Continue reading Unpacking James – Introduction
Unpacking #36 – Affliction Sent by God NOT
Lookahead: One of Strong's definitions of the "suffering" word, kakopátheia = Cognate: 2552 kakopátheia – to experience affliction that seems bad (miserable) from an earthly perspective but in actuality is sent by God to accomplish His greater (eternal) purpose. Just wondering where this cognate or derived definition originated from. Strong's gives insight on the origin of … Continue reading Unpacking #36 – Affliction Sent by God NOT
Cross-Denominational Bible Study 