Now that we understand who the rapture is for in part 1, what the rapture is in part 2, and in part 3 how it will happen; we discover that a change is necessary for those raptured to enter the kingdom of God. These flesh and blood bodies cannot enter there. This is an important …
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The Rapture (Part 1) – Ecclesiology
To deviate from the normal posts, I want to offer some clarity on an important doctrine. To do that requires some foundational understanding. But I would not have you ignorant, brothers, concerning those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and …
Foreordained Before Creation
He was foreordained before the creation of the world, but was revealed in these last times for you.1 Peter 1:20 — Modern English Version (Thinline Edition.; Lake Mary, FL: Passio, 2014) It's important to think of it like I titled it. He was foreordained before creation. He wasn't created or made. Just that Jesus being …
Those Who are Sanctified are All of One
Concerning this salvation, the prophets who prophesied of the grace that should come to you have inquired and searched diligently, seeking the events and time the Spirit of Christ, who was within them, signified when He foretold the sufferings of Christ and the glories to follow. It was revealed to them that they were not …
Taking Every Thought Captive
For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh.2 Corinthians 10:3 — Modern English Version (Thinline Edition.; Lake Mary, FL: Passio, 2014) We live in a time of great technology, reason, and medical advances. Our modern lives are overflowing with information and ideas. Yet many of us are caught …
In Dependence Day
I have been giving some thought to the significance of this day. In the United States, 4 July is the day we commemorate independence from the tyranny of the crown. One of the major themes of the day is freedom! It is in that light, we ought to point this day to Jesus. Acts 17:22–31 …
Master's Crumbs 