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All Have Sinned – Except Mary? (Responding to Steve Ray)
Steve Ray (Roman Catholic) writes: From the early centuries Mary was considered the All Holy One and considered as without sin. Rom 3:23 is a general statement but does not mention exceptions to the rule. For example, Jesus was a man without sin, therefore an exception. Jesus did not come short of the glory of…
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Special Creation is a Key Part of the Gospel – not a "Taint"
Special Creation is a Key Part of the Gospel – not a “Taint” (to build on my previous post). Special creation is something frequently mentioned by both apostolic-era preachers and apostolic era-books. Stephen’s Sermon Acts 7:48-51 Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet, heaven is my throne,…
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Special Creation is a Key Part of the Gospel – not a "Taint"
Special Creation is a Key Part of the Gospel – not a “Taint” (to build on my previous post). Special creation is something frequently mentioned by both apostolic-era preachers and apostolic era-books. Stephen’s SermonActs 7:48-51Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet, heaven is my throne, and earth…
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Martyrdom of Polycarp
The work called “The Martyrdom of Polycarp,” is a story of martyrdom that is itself more historical fiction than historical account. That is not to say that Polycarp was not martyred. Rather it is to say that many of the details of the story are not accurate. In The Myth of Persecution, Dr. Candida Moss…
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Some of the Counsel of God is a "Taint" to the Rest?
Michael Patton seems to be continuing his downward spiral. In a new post, he writes: The historic message of the Bible needs to take precedence over the theological nature of the Bible. And here is where I feel we Evangelicals, in our zeal and love for the Bible, taint the Gospel with unnecessary additions. These…
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Some of the Counsel of God is a "Taint" to the Rest?
Michael Patton seems to be continuing his downward spiral. In a new post, he writes: The historic message of the Bible needs to take precedence over the theological nature of the Bible. And here is where I feel we Evangelicals, in our zeal and love for the Bible, taint the Gospel with unnecessary additions. These…
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Status vs. Behavior
OLSON: Well, you’ve said in the cases decided by this court that the polygamy issue, multiple marriages, raises questions about exploitation, abuse, patriarchy, issues with respect to taxes, inheritance, child custody, it is an entirely different thing. And if you—if a state prohibits polygamy, it’s prohibiting conduct. If it prohibits gay and lesbian citizens from…
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Called to This Communion?
Roman Catholic Michael Voris has a new video railing against Cardinal Dolan and Cardinal Wuerl because they admit to communion those who Voris thinks should be excluded – especially Voris’ Vice President, Joe Biden. Here’s the video: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9U-esned-c&w=560&h=315] If you are a Roman Catholic who disagrees with Voris, you are a “Dolanite.” Ironically, Voris’…
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Mr. Patton, Your Anecdotes don't Provide a Biblical Argument
Sadly, Michael Patton has decided to double down on his attack on the fundamental importance of Special Creation and Inerrancy with a new post titled “FORGET ABOUT EVOLUTION AND INERRANCY (FOR A MINUTE).” Patton doesn’t offer any Biblical or even logical argument for his position. He just provides two anecdotes of people who were allegedly…
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Mr. Patton, Your Anecdotes don’t Provide a Biblical Argument
Sadly, Michael Patton has decided to double down on his attack on the fundamental importance of Special Creation and Inerrancy with a new post titled “FORGET ABOUT EVOLUTION AND INERRANCY (FOR A MINUTE).” Patton doesn’t offer any Biblical or even logical argument for his position. He just provides two anecdotes of people who were allegedly…