Author Archives: jim0211

Christmas Peace

Posted on December 6, 2019 by jim0211

During this season we celebrate Christ’s birth and reflect on the events surrounding it. While we focus on the incarnation, there are many lessons to be learned from the stories of those who walked through those times. We see how … Continue reading →

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Legalism and the Spirit of the Antichrist

Posted on July 28, 2019 by jim0211

Much of Jesus’ teaching concerned the kingdom of God, and it is the focus of much religious teaching today. It is undoubtedly God’s will and purpose to establish the kingdom on Earth, but there are different views of how that … Continue reading →

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Hope Every Day

Posted on April 29, 2019 by jim0211

Spring and Easter go together as they both speak of new life. Spring is the new life of growth after winter, when creation seems to wake from a cold slumber. The warming temperatures and lengthening days remind us of God’s … Continue reading →

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A Look at the Great Commission in Acts

Posted on February 18, 2019 by jim0211

For many Christians, the world seems to be growing darker each day. While the occasional event or ministry sees some some success, the larger trends are a shrinking number of believers, growing divisiveness and conflict, and churches that increasingly mirror … Continue reading →

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Immersive Explorations of the Spiritual

Posted on November 20, 2018 by jim0211

The vision of The Gate is one of finding creative ways to present spiritual truths in today’s science-saturated world, using concepts borrowed from that worldview. It is based on an exploration of such ideas, ranging from essays to technology-driven artwork. … Continue reading →

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Whole Reality Description

Posted on October 1, 2018 by jim0211

Whole Reality is my personal exploration of ways to understand and present the Gospel by using ideas from today’s increasingly secular world. It seems the success of science and technology have blinded many people to the reality of spiritual truths. … Continue reading →

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Practice Unity

Posted on May 28, 2018 by jim0211

There is a great need for love in today’s world. Of course, this has always been true, and always will be. However, today’s level of divisiveness makes the need especially clear. Pointing to the source, Christians are called upon to … Continue reading →

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Beyond Religion

Posted on January 14, 2018 by jim0211

In today’s world, it seems harder and harder for many people to find a connection between God and church. Many feel that God has the answer to feeling fulfilled, guidance through life, release from judgment, and eternal life, but don’t … Continue reading →

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Our Conquering Messiah

Posted on September 24, 2017 by jim0211

In the first century, Jewish people had high hopes for the messiah. They expected him to defeat Israel’s enemies and free them from bondage. When Jesus appeared, those around him expected a victorious leader. Even at his ascension, the disciples … Continue reading →

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Hearing God Daily: Hebrews 1:1-2

Posted on July 2, 2017 by jim0211

This is the first of what I hope become regular posts, each listing a Bible verse related to God’s voice in our lives. I’ve been noting these for some years, and recently counted over 250 of them. So the idea … Continue reading →

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