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Mountain Cast Into Sea
One of the more challenging sayings of Jesus relates to prayers that a mountain be cast into the sea. The expression of a mountain being cast into the sea is sometimes presented by teachers as though God were saying that if someone prayed in faith, God would toss any old mountain into the sea, much…
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Vatican Editing & a Clear Conscience
I found an article complaining that the Vatican edited the remarks of the pope that were given during his recent visit to Africa (link). I was immediately reminded of this amusing clip (link). No doubt the remarks were edited for the perfectly innocent reason of reflecting “a version which represents the [pope’s] views as he…
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The Latest Excuse – International Law
Usually when the subject of why there is a palace full of priceless art while there are people starving is broached, the excuse is usually a comparison to the alabaster box that was broken open to annoint Christ. Now there is a new excuse, international law! (No, seriously.) To God be the Glory!