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Cosmetic Theology (by David Ravenhill)

Daniel McCarthy — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:23:30 GMT

One of the fastest growing segments of medical science is the increasingly popular trend of cosmetic surgery. Tens of thousands of women, as well as men, are flocking to these gifted surgeons every year to undergo some form of plastic surgery. What began as a means of helping those disfigured by war, fire, or accident, [...]...(read more)

Tell Your Heart to Christ

Daniel McCarthy — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 11:00:48 GMT

In a true marriage, the husband and wife become one. Henceforth their joys and their cares, their hopes and their labors, their sorrows and their pleasures, rise and blend together in one stream. Brethren, the Lord our God has said it, “The friendship of the... Thank you for subscribing!...(read more)

Theology Unplugged: Special Session – Does God Change?

cmpatton — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 02:24:37 GMT

Join C. Michael Patton and Tim Kimberley as they discuss the question “Does God Change?”Similar Posts: Theology Unplugged: Addicted to Experience Theology Unplugged: Why I Am/Not Charismatic, Part 4 Theology Unplugged: Why I Am/Not Charismatic, Part 3 Theology Unplugged: Why I Am/Am Not Charismatic, Part 2 Theology Unplugged: Why I Am/Am Not a Charismatic, Part [...]...(read more)

A Stupendous Theology

Daniel McCarthy — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:00:55 GMT

It is the fashion now to place the Sermon on the Mount in contrast with the rest of the New Testament. “We will have nothing to do with theology,” men say in effect, “we will have nothing to do with miracles, with atonement, or with... Thank you for subscribing!...(read more)

Why Didn’t Christ Know the Time of His Coming?

cmpatton — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:19:22 GMT

What is the most confusing passage of Scripture? I know, I know, it’s hard to choose. There are a lot of passages that make us scratch our heads. For example, who were the “sons of God” who married the daughters of men in Genesis 6:4? And who were the “men of renown” that were their offspring? [...]...(read more)

Take Every Opportunity

Daniel McCarthy — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:00:20 GMT

Just before Christmas, two Jehovah’s Witnesses who didn’t have strong English skills came to our door, hoping to win converts to their cause. They didn’t, obviously, but it was interesting to talk to them because it gave me an opportunity to start to witness to... Thank you for subscribing!...(read more)

From Victims to Victors

Daniel McCarthy — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:15:25 GMT

A school counselor's thoughts on the bullying "epidemic"...(read more)

New Artist: Josh Garrels

cmpatton — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:33:24 GMT

Many of you know my love for music. I am not a musician (in any sense of the word!), but music is such a big part of my life. As one poet put it, “You can have the army, you can have the government, give me the music, and I have the people” (if anyone [...]...(read more)

Support Choose Life

belonginghouse — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:32:52 GMT

Last year Massachusetts began issuing Choose Life License plates. If we can get 3000 plates on the road, a coalition of Pro-Life organizations in Massachusetts will receive a substantial amount of the proceeds from each plate, and each plate … Continue Read More......(read more)

San Remo “Israel’s Mandate” (By John Paul)

Daniel McCarthy — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:43:50 GMT

This week as the Palestinian Authority makes it bid for ‘statehood’ through the UN General Assembly, let us look at the legality and legitimacy of Israel’s right to Judea and Samaria (Israel Proper included). In a CBN news segment, the San Remo Conference is covered in a short 4 minute video. Recently Jews and Christians [...]...(read more)

God's Perfect Marriage Counseling

Daniel McCarthy — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:02:45 GMT

Our marriage thrives on the right advice...(read more)

The Joyless Pursuit of Being Right

Daniel McCarthy — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:00:15 GMT

If there’s one thing that recent events have shown, it’s that the more conservative elements of Christianity seem to have a lot of trouble getting along (especially those flying under the banner of “Reformed”). While many, I believe, genuinely seek to contend for the faith,... Thank you for subscribing!...(read more)

Leadership, the AA Way

Daniel McCarthy — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:02:12 GMT

Getting real and leading authentically...(read more)

A Lord's Supper Meditation

Daniel McCarthy — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:13:10 GMT

[This Lord's Supper meditation was given at Grace Evangelical Free Church of La Mirada on 1.29.12.] Tonight we are about to celebrate the Lord’s Supper, in which we focus our thoughts on the marvelous work of redemption that Christ accomplished for us. In the next 10 minutes or so, I’d like us to mediate upon the depth of what transpired....(read more)

If Jesus Really lives in you . . . (part 3)

belonginghouse — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:53:42 GMT

More astounding promises from John 14. You will do the works that Jesus did (John 14:12) You will do greater works than Jesus did (John 14:12) What ever you ask God for in Jesus’ name he will do (John 14:13) … Continue reading → Read More......(read more)

Book Review: Forever by Paul David Tripp

Daniel McCarthy — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:00:36 GMT

How often do you really think about eternity? While I hope that many of us would answer “quite regularly,” the way we live would certainly suggest that whatever thought we do give to eternity doesn’t really impact our lives. Why is this? Why have we... Thank you for subscribing!...(read more)

The End Times in a Nutshell

cmpatton — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:36:36 GMT

Considering how the issues of prophecy continue to be one of the most popular and interest gaining subjects in theology (not to mention this being the year 2012!), I thought it well worth my time to write a short primer on how to look at eschatological schemes. Eschatology refers to the “doctrine of the end [...]...(read more)

Why I Look Forward to Eternity

Clay — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:16:40 GMT

Some of the devil’s dirtiest deeds regard his doctrinal distortion of Heaven. He’s made it sound like a place no one would want to go. After all, who wants to sport flightless wings, sit on a cloud, strum a harp, … Continue reading →...(read more)

Baby Dramarama

Daniel McCarthy — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:00:29 GMT

Have you ever noticed how it’s tempting to question God about what He’s doing? I think I’d be lying if I said I never did this, but it’s usually about something ridiculous or “small”—but when it comes to big issues, we tend to not freak... Thank you for subscribing!...(read more)

Sun of Righteousness

belonginghouse — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:45:10 GMT

If Jesus really lives in you, continued . . .

belonginghouse — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 01:41:46 GMT

I am working on a number of writing and teaching projects, and I was impressed by this list of realities promised to us in one chapter of the Bible, Romans 8. If Jesus really lives in you, then: You are … Continue reading → Read More......(read more)

The Easiest Way to Memorize the Bible: What I Learned from Dr. John Mitchell

Daniel McCarthy — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:09:00 GMT

One of my professors in college was really old. I can hear everyone asking: “How old was he?” (No, his social security number wasn’t 7…). Let’s put it this way: he was the founder of the college at which I was studying (Multnomah in Portland, Oregon), and the school was celebrating the half century mark of its founding while I was there! In fact, Dr. John Mitchell was over the age of 90 when he taught the two classes I took from him. He continued to teach well into...(read more)

Let the Personal Conflict Cease

Daniel McCarthy — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:00:52 GMT

The will of God is supreme. Be it His secret will, or be it His revealed will, its supremacy is acknowledged. In heaven, in earth, in hell, in all places, over all beings, and in all events, the scepter of the Divine will stretches its... Thank you for subscribing!...(read more)

The Huffington Post, Three Rabbis, and Me (by Dr. Michael Brown)

Daniel McCarthy — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:11:19 GMT

I never expected to be in the middle of a public dispute between three Orthodox Jewish rabbis, a dispute that involves the banning of a book about Jesus, and one that is being played out in the Huffington Post. The Post, on its part, chose not to publish my column that corrected some of the [...]...(read more)

The Dangerous Side of Being an Encourager

Daniel McCarthy — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:00:11 GMT

People like Barnabas are always needed in the church. They are peacemakers, the go-betweens who seek no glory for themselves but only seek to bring out the best in others. But “would-be” Barnabases of today need to hear a further lesson from this outstanding biblical... Thank you for subscribing!...(read more)