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Author Archives: Jon Gleason
Cannibals or Worms, no Difference
“It will make no difference to me whether I am eaten by Cannibals or by worms.” Continue reading
“Cyrus… Shall Perform All My Pleasure”
The Bible in the British Museum I’ve left this series for some time, but since this item is on tour in the United States, and some of my U.S. readers may have an opportunity to see it, I thought I’d … Continue reading
Posted in Bible in British Museum
Tagged cyrus cylinder, Daniel, isaiah, Jeremiah, prophecy, religious toleration
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“Innocent Parties”
How often, in describing conflict (divorce or otherwise), do we expound (and perhaps expand) on the other person’s faults, and completely neglect our own? Continue reading
Posted in Daily Christianity, Quick Thoughts
Tagged Conflict, Divorce, self-justification
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No Imperial Ministers
Pastors are not to mar our example and then hide behind the “Man of God” title as if it is an indulgence which grants us absolution even before we sin. Continue reading
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Tagged "man of God", leadership, ministers, pastors, Pride, qualifications, rebuke before all
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Righteous Sinners
There are only two kinds of men: the righteous who think they are sinners and the sinners who think they are righteous. – Blaise Pascal If ye were blind, ye should have no sin: but now ye say, We see; … Continue reading
Posted in Grace and Forgiveness, Quick Thoughts
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From Shadow to Reality
The Old Testament feasts were only a shadow — Christ is the substance. Continue reading
Posted in Grace and Forgiveness
Tagged day of atonement, Sacrifice, sin offering, throne of grace
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Top Posts — Your Suggestions
If there is one particular post you really liked / found helpful, and would like to point it out to first time visitors, please comment with your suggestions. Continue reading
Posted in Blog Housekeeping
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