Even There: The Persistent Presence of God
Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence?—Psalm 139:7 There are moments in life when we […]
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The God Who Writes Your Story
Comparison. It’s a thief that robs us of joy and clouds the unique purpose God has for each of us. It sneaks
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The Danger of the Cross and the Safety it Affords
In the cross, we encounter a paradox that shatters the norms of human understanding—the concept of enduring danger to ensure safety. As
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Why the God-Man?
In 1094 A.D., Anselm wrestled with this question and wrote a book attempting to answer it. Anselm’s book was an apologetic defending
One Foot in Front of the Other: Toward a Theology of Endurance
There is one constant in life—suffering. And suffering has a way of witling everything down to the basics, it strips away our
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THE WARRIOR’S GOSPEL DEPENDENCE
The final mark of the man of God and the man of war is gospel reliance. The above discussion of the warrior’s
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God’s Omniscience: Affirming the Boundless Knowledge of the Divine
Omniscience invites us to grapple with a God who knows all, possesses comprehensive understanding, and has all-encompassing knowledge, transcending time and space.
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THE WARRIOR’S SIN, SHAME, AND GUILT
David’s predominance in the Old Testament is indisputable; as the voluminous material about him confirms this fact. But it is more than
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God’s Providence: Navigating Life’s Journey under the Guidance of the Divine
God’s providence explores God actively sustaining and governing the universe. His providence encompasses His continuous care and guidance over all creation. We
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DAVID, MAN OF GOD AND MAN OF WAR
The narratives of David are filled with warfighter theology. In fact, it is difficult to find material in 1-2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles,
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BIBLICAL MODELS FOR THE WARRIOR
Scripture is filled with models the reader is intended to avoid or follow. Every portion of Scripture functions to teach, reprove, correct,
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The Freedom of God: Exploring Divine Sovereignty Beyond Human Comprehension
The concept of the freedom of God opens a doorway into the realm of divine sovereignty that defies human understanding. This theme
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WARRIORS IN ROMANS 12-13
Paul’s discussion on governing authorities is essential for understanding the profession of arms. In Romans 12:9-21, Paul issues a litany of imperatives
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The Transcendence and Immanence of God: Examining the Depths of Divine Presence
The dual facets of God’s transcendence and immanence point to a God who is both beyond comprehension and intimately near. This theme
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The Hypostatic Union: Thinking on the Divine-Human Nature of Christ
The theological marvel of the hypostatic union unveils the mystery of Christ’s dual nature—fully God and fully human—intertwined in perfect unity. This
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THE BIBLE AND THE WARRIOR
Scholars agree, war is no tertiary theme in Scripture.[1] The theme can be viewed from various angles. First, through a biblical-theological lens the
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God’s Infinitude: A Reflection on the Boundless Nature of the Divine
The concept of God’s infinitude speaks to the limitlessness of God’s nature and our finite understanding. This theme illuminates the profound depths
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Divine Immutability: The Unwavering Foundation of Faith and Hope
The theme of divine immutability casts a luminous spotlight on the unchanging nature of God—a theological cornerstone that blends His unwavering constancy
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Taxis in the Trinity: Divine Order and Mutual Love
Taxis, a theological concept rooted in the Greek word for “order” or “arrangement,” is profoundly reflected in the nature of the Triune
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Theosis: Transformed in the Image of God
Theosis invites us into the transformative journey of becoming more like God. Rooted in the belief that humanity can participate in the
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Kenosis: The Embrace of Self-Emptying Love
Kenosis, a profound theological concept, looks at the self-emptying love of Christ as depicted in Philippians 2:5-8. Derived from the Greek word
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Perichoresis: Divine Dance of Unity and Love
Perichoresis, an intricate theological theme, unveils the dynamic relationship within the Holy Trinity—a divine dance of perfect unity, love, and harmony. Etymologically
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Double Imputation: The Divine Exchange of Grace and Salvation
The theme of double imputation touches on the transformative exchange of Christ’s righteousness for our sins—a concept central to the heart of
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The Eternal Generation of the Son: Unveiling the Inner Life of God
The theme of the eternal generation of the Son explores the mystery of the eternal relationship between the Father and the Son
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Divine Mystery: Investigating the Unfathomable Depths of God’s Nature
Divine mystery invites us to explore the vast and unsearchable nature of God. Mystery affirms that an infinite God cannot be fully
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