http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/ Truth was never meant to be a mystery. This column is dedicated to presenting a clear and correct understanding of the Bible - and the critical truths about divine and human life it contains. Wed, 26 Jul 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/bible-literal.php Galatians 6:2 says that we are to bear one another's burdens. We have pictures of carrying backpacks for fallen hikers. But that's not quite what it means. Tue, 25 Jul 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/bible-literal.php The Bible should be read as literal as is reasonable. What does that mean? Can snakes talk? Is Peter a rock? Interpreting the Bible sometimes requires common sense. Thu, 20 Jul 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/abomination-desolation.php The timing of Jesus' prophecies in the "Olivet Discourse" is confusing. Some seemed to be fulfilled by the fall of Jerusalem, but not the abomination of desolation. Mon, 17 Jul 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/interpreting-bible.php Sixty-six books, two thousand years, dozens of authors, an ancient civilization - how does God expect us to understand the Bible? With a little help, of course. Mon, 10 Jul 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/deer-pants-water.php A deer pants for water - it's the perfect metaphor for how our souls long for the living water of the Holy God. Our souls are thirsty, and there is only One Who can quench us. Mon, 03 Jul 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/honor-obey-parents.php The Bible tells us to both honor and obey our parents. These commands shift depending on age and living situation. Learning to honor and obey throughout the stages of life. Mon, 03 Jul 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/single-married.php Does God call Christians to marry and have kids? Or to remain single and have more time to serve Him? Apologies to Hamlet, but it's not a yes-or-no question. Mon, 26 Jun 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/spotless-blameless.php Second Peter 3:14 calls us to be spotless, blameless, and at peace with God. How can we do this if we're still stuck in our sinful lives? Mon, 26 Jun 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/psalm-7.php Psalm 7 is David's beautiful cry for God's rescue. It reaches deeper, however, past the hardship and into the root of their relationship. Mon, 12 Jun 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/call-name-Lord.php Romans 10 says that "everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved." What does it mean to call on Jesus' name? And how does it save us? Tue, 30 May 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/disqualified-prize.php In 1 Corinthians 9:27, Paul warns against being 'disqualified for the prize.' Does he mean a believer can lose salvation? What prize is he talking about? Tue, 30 May 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/wedding-cana.php Jesus' first miracle honored His mother, rescued His host, and provided for His co-celebrators. But most importantly, it started the disciples on their journey to belief. Mon, 22 May 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/understanding-bible.php The Bible was written thousands of years ago, thousands of miles from most of us, in a completely different culture. We have to understand that if we're going to understand what it's saying. Mon, 8 May 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/anointing-with-oil.php James 5 says if a believer is prayed over and anointed with oil, he will be healed. But many believers aren't healed. What does James 5:13-16 really mean? Mon, 24 Apr 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/bible-giving-saving.php Jesus said we can't be His disciple unless we forsake all else. Does that mean we need to give away everything we own? Is it wrong to save for the future? Tue, 18 Apr 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/metaphor-bible.php The Bible should be taken literally as much as is reasonable. Yes, the Israelites walked across the Red Sea on dry land. But just because the Bible's a sword, it doesn't mean we need to get out the whetstone. Thu, 13 Apr 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Jesus-God-revelation.php There are many Bible passages that are cryptic in light of Jesus' deity, like Revelation 1:1. How can Jesus be God if God gave Jesus the revelation? Mon, 10 Apr 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/psalm22-Jesus-crucifixion.php Many of the psalms in the Old Testament include prophecies of Jesus' crucifixion. Psalm 22 particularly predicts the suffering and anguish He would go through. Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/reed-wick.php Matthew 12:20 says Jesus will not break a bruised reed or snuff out a smoldering wick. Such a gentle savior; we can surely trust Him with our hearts. Mon, 20 Mar 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/not-abused.php Proverbs 31 begins with advice to Solomon from his mother. Despite her involvement in David's sin, Bathsheba had wise advice for a wayward king. Mon, 06 Mar 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/dashed-rocks-psalm-137.php In Psalm 137, the psalmist looks forward to the day on which his captors' children will be dashed on rocks. Does this mean God condones violence against children? Tue, 14 Feb 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/adam-Jesus-timeline.php How many years passed between Adam and Jesus? Does the Bible really support that the earth is only 6000 years old? Tue, 14 Feb 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/ephesians-6-12.php Ephesians 6:12 says our battle is not against flesh and blood. Who, then is our enemy? And how do we fight? Mon, 06 Feb 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/bible-concubines.php David, Saul, Jacob, Abraham - many Old Testament figures had concubines. What does the Bible say about the use of concubines? Is it that important to God that a man have an heir? Mon, 06 Feb 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Gods-invitation.php The invitation which God extended ceturies ago to the Jews remains open today. Everyone is welcome, but they must be dressed in Christ's righteousness. Tue, 31 Jan 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/unforgiving-forgiven.php The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant says that if we do not forgive others, God will not forgive us. Does this mean if we don't forgive, we're not saved? Mon, 23 Jan 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/wholly-healed.php The man waited at the one place he thought would heal him, but it was the one place he couldn't reach. When you can't reach the healing waters, sometimes they come to you. Wed, 18 Jan 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/old-testament-childbirth.php Leviticus has some odd and very specific laws regarding a woman's recovery from childbirth. Some say they're strictly ceremonial. But the might be actual, medical support. Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/peopleandpolitics/2017-psalm-146.php 2017 will bring a lot of changes to our country. Psalm 146 teaches us not to trust in human effort but to keep faith in God. Mon, 02 Jan 2017 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/loving-God.php Luke 14:26 tells us to hate our family in our love for God. What does that mean? How does it fit with 1 John's call to love others? Mon, 19 Dec 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/womens-place-creation.php God created men and women with equal values but different roles in the family and church. What is women's place in God's creation? Mon, 12 Dec 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/credit-where-due.php Before King David was king, he was an incredible military leader and gathered around him a fierce army. But he never neglected to give credit where it was due. Mon, 12 Dec 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/sea-galilee.php The Sea of Galilee was the scene of many of Jesus' miracles. It's where He walked on water, calmed the storm, and fed the people. And it's where He reconciled with one of His best friends. Wed, 16 Nov 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/gotquestions/swallow-camel.php Why did Jesus have such harsh words for the Pharisees? What does it mean to strain out a gnat but swallow a camel? Mon, 21 Nov 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/forgiven-forgotten.php Peter stood on the sea shore with the man he had betrayed and abandoned. But his sins were completely forgotten and entirely forgiven. Ours can be, too. Mon, 21 Nov 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/heart-soul-mind.php We are to love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, and mind. If we do so, God's love will keep us content with Him and loving toward others. Mon, 14 Nov 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/two-masters.php Jesus said we cannot serve two masters. We usually apply this to money, but there are far more worldly things that take our interest from God. Mon, 07 Nov 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Lords-prayer.php The Lord's Prayer has been used for centuries as a mantra - something to be repeated weekly or daily or several times in a row. But Jesus designed it to teach us how to pray. Tue, 01 Nov 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Jesus-peter-sword.php In Luke 22:36, Jesus tells the disciples to carry a sword. A few hours later, Jesus rebukes Peter when he actually used the sword. What did Jesus mean by carrying a sword? Mon, 26 Sep 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/john-baptist-greatest.php Jesus said of John the Baptist, "among those born of women there has arisen no one greater." How was John the Baptist the "greatest"? Mon, 19 Sep 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/gg-mammon.php The Greek Geek tackles 'mammonas'--What is mammon? How is it different from money? And what's so dangerous about it? Tue, 30 Aug 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/keepwatch/treasure-heart.php For where your treasure is, your heart will be also. Is it really necessary to seek God with all of your heart? Tue, 30 Aug 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/keepwatch/treasure-heart.php For where your treasure is, your heart will be also. Is it really necessary to seek God with all of your heart? Mon, 29 Aug 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/end-times-catholicism.php The Roman Catholic teaching of the Rapture is very different than that of fundamentalist evangelicals. How false theologies inform the Catholic end times views. Mon, 29 Aug 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/Jesus-teaching-2-prodigal.php The Prodigal Son is not solely about the sin and reconciliation of the title character. There is another character in the story and another type of person who should learn from it. Tue, 23 Aug 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/Jesus-teaching-1-reconciliation.php Jesus' principles are simple, but His teaching was not. Does Matthew 5:23-24 mean that we cannot pray to God until we reconcile all our relationships with others? Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Jesus-genealogy.php Family - where we come from - is important to our sense of identity. But it isn't paramount. Our family tree doesn't have to define us any more than Jesus' defined His. Mon, 18 Jul 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/woman-well.php A shamed woman, trying to hide. A moral teacher, trying to rest. The day the woman at the well asked where to worship and instead found the heart of the one she was to worship. Mon, 04 Jul 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/God-fair.php John 6:44 says that no one can come to Jesus unless God calls them. If God chooses some and not others, how is that fair? Mon, 27 Jun 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/daniel-seventy-weeks.php Sometimes biblical prophecy is only understood in hindsight. With Daniel's seventy weeks, we can see how it pointed to Jesus' crucifixion, but also our own future. Mon, 06 Jun 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/bravery-adversity.php Shiphrah and Puah are two of the bravest, most influential characters in the Bible. Their bravery in the face of adversity is inspirational. But very few know who they are. Tue, 31 May 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/elisha-angel-army.php Elisha and God's angel army had the army of Aram surrounded. There was no escape. Defeat was certain. But Elisha didn't just want victory - he wanted peace. Mon, 23 May 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/mercies-new-every-morning.php The Lord's lovingkindness never ceases, His compassions never fail, His mercies are new every morning. Mon, 23 May 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/God-judge-nations.php God will judge the nations. Just as He judged nations that threatened Israel in the Old Testament, He will judge all nations in the End Times. Mon, 16 May 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/churchandministry/seven-churches-revelation.php Today, seeker-friendly mega-churches seem to be the goal. But Jesus had very different standards for the seven churches of Revelation - and for the modern church. Mon, 09 May 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/christian-metaphor.php With the wrong application, metaphors can be dangerous. But, as Jesus proved, they're still useful for explaining spiritual truths. Some ideas Christians reject are just metaphors that need a little explaining. Mon, 25 Apr 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/unruly-ruling-hosea-11-12.php The King James Version of Hosea 11:12 reads 'But Judah yet ruleth with God.' The New American Standard translates the same line as 'Judah is also unruly against God.' Which is right? Mon, 25 Apr 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/peopleandpolitics/christian-transgender-restroom.php It's easy for believers to get caught up in political arguments and personal stories. But what does the Bible say about gender? What should Christians think of the transgender restroom issue? Mon, 11 Apr 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/christianlifeandgrowth/Jesus-darkness.php How do we deal with darkness when the Light has won but not yet claimed His prize? How did Jesus respond to the darkness in His life? Mon, 04 Apr 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/christianlifeandgrowth/praying-enough.php It seems nearly everyone feels guilty for not 'praying enough.' What does it mean to pray enough? Is it even possible? Mon, 04 Apr 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/crucified-with-christ.php What does it mean to be crucified with Christ? How can we be dead to sin when we still sin? Mon, 04 Apr 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/satan-possess-people.php The Bible says that Judas was possessed. Does Satan possess people? What does he do to us? Thu, 31 Mar 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/keepwatch/doing-millennium.php Do you ever wonder about the Millennium and what you will be doing there? Have you received the invitation to attend? Tue, 29 Mar 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Jesus-emotions.php Jesus knew the outcome of the crufixion - that He would rise again in victory. But He still mourned, deeply, the night before. He gave Himself permission to grieve. Tue, 29 Mar 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/gg-lawlessness.php The Greek Geek tackles 'lawlessness'--What does it mean to be lawless, and why is it such a big deal? Mon, 21 Mar 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-trespass.php The Greek Geek tackles 'trespass'--What should we think of the 'little' sins we accidentally fall into? Mon, 21 Mar 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/better-never-known.php The Bible says it's better to have never known the gospel than to know and then reject it. Does this mean sinning can make you lose your salvation? Thu, 17 Mar 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-impurity.php The Greek Geek tackles 'impurity'--How does the Old Testament concept of uncleanness apply to the New Testament church? Tue, 01 Mar 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/fear-romans-8-28.php Romans 8:28 and 1 Corinthians 10:13 are often used to encourage us against fear - wrongly. What they reall mean shows a lot about what our priorities should be. Tue, 01 Mar 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/keepwatch/adam-eve-love-story.php Adam and Eve knew the command not to eat of the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Is the story of Adam and Eve a love story relived when we give our heart to Jesus? Tue, 01 Mar 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/blasphemy-holy-spirit-6grace.php What we think is blasphemy against the Holy Spirit often isn't. Instead of living in fear, we should live in the assurance of God's grace. Mon, 22 Feb 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/keepwatch/armor-God.php The Bible says strength is found in weakness when we stand in the strength of the Lord. How is putting on the armor of God going to help believers during spiritual battles? Tue, 16 Feb 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/christianlifeandgrowth/Gods-abundance.php Saul tried to earn God's favor through discipline; Jonathan praised Him for the gift of honey. How can we learn to live like Jonathan - in God's abundance? Tue, 16 Feb 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/fear-philippians-4-6-8.php Philippians 4:6-8 give a tall order: do not be anxious. But it also shows us how: rely on God and He will give you peace. How can we turn fear into peace? Tue, 09 Feb 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/blasphemy-holy-spirit-5hope.php Fear of blaspheming the Holy Spirit is tied to losing God's favor. We forget that God knows our brokenness and gives us hope anyway. Thu, 04 Feb 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-gentleness.php The Greek Geek tackles 'gentleness'--What does it mean to be gentle? Why is gentleness something we're called to pursue? Wed, 03 Feb 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/fear-matthew-6-34.php Matthew 6:34 tells believers to not be anxious about tomorrow. Does this mean God will always protect us and provide for us? Or just that we have a higher priority? Wed, 03 Feb 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/blasphemy-holy-spirit-4hard-heart.php Continued blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is a sign of a hard heart. But is it always a hard heart, or could there be another motivation? Wed, 03 Feb 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/christianlifeandgrowth/love-lord-heart-soul-mind-strength.php God calls us to love Him with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. How can we, who are fallen, ever hope to do this? Wed, 03 Feb 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/contributors/ldavis/denying-Jesus.php Jesus said if we deny Him, He will deny us to the Father. What does that mean for Peter, who denied Him three times? Thu, 28 Jan 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-divorce.php The Greek Geek tackles 'apolyo'--What does it mean that God hates divorce? What does the Christian culture get right--and wrong--about divorce? Mon, 11 Jan 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/fear2-isaiah-41-10-jeremiah-29-11.php In Joshua 1:9, God tells Joshua to reject fear because He will be with him wherever he goes. Does this promise apply to us, as well? Mon, 25 Jan 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/blasphemy-holy-spirit-3fear.php Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is unpardonable. How do we take Jesus' words seriously without being overwhelmed by fear? Wed, 20 Jan 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-thanksgiving.php The Greek Geek tackles 'eucharistia'--What does it mean to be thankful? What do Americans have to be thankful of? Mon, 18 Jan 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/blasphemy-holy-spirit-2context.php Jesus said blasphemy against the Holy Spirit cannot be pardoned. What does His statement mean in context? Sun, 14 Feb 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/blasphemy-holy-spirit-1confusion.php Jesus said blasphemy against the Holy Spirit cannot be pardoned. Is God so cruel that a misinformed slip of the tongue is forever unforgiveable? Mon, 11 Jan 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-apostle.php The Greek Geek tackles 'apostolos'--What does it mean to be an apostle of Christ? Do we still have apostles today? Mon, 11 Jan 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/fear-1-joshua-1-9.php In Joshua 1:9, God tells Joshua to reject fear because He will be with him wherever he goes. Does this promise apply to us, as well? Tue, 05 Jan 2016 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-disciple.php The Greek Geek tackles 'mathetes'--What does it mean to be a disciple of Christ? Tue, 29 Dec 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-unschooled-ordinary-men.php The Greek Geek tackles 'Agrammatos' and 'Idiotis'--What does it mean that John and Peter were 'unschooled and ordinary'? Tue, 29 Dec 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/doing-good-works.php Matthew 5 says we should let others know of our good works. Matthew 6 says we should hide our acts of righteousness. Which is it? Tue, 29 Dec 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/romans-12-living-sacrifice.php What does Romans 12:1-2 mean by a 'living sacrifice'? How can we be transformed instead of conformed to the world? Tue, 22 Dec 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-Christian.php The Greek Geek tackles 'Christianos'--What does it mean to be a Christian? Mon, 30 Nov 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/contributors/ldavis/gg-holy-righteous.php To be holy and righteous are both noble things, but they are not the same. Discovering the difference between holiness and righteousness. Mon, 30 Nov 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/content-single-married.php An old adage says you won't be content married if you're not content single. Is it true? And if so, how do we find contentment while single? Mon, 23 Nov 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/heresy-sacrilege-blasphemy-apostasy.php Heresy, sacrilege, blasphemy, apostasy: we use these words casually and accuse others freely. But what do they really mean? And what do they mean for our salvation? Mon, 02 Nov 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/old-testament-God.php God in the Old Testament: Angry, sexist and racist? Or loving, patient, and caring? What is behind the biblical laws on slavery and women? Mon, 02 Nov 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/foolish-controversies.php Paul warned Titus against foolish controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels about the law. How can such inconsequentials cause lasting damage to the church? Tue, 20 Oct 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/bible-errors-yec.php Does the Bible have errors? If young earth creationism is wrong, should we dismiss the whole Bible? Can our faith stand if the Bible is not inerrant? Mon, 24 Aug 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/trials-and-temptations.php Does God tempt us? What is the difference between trials and temptations? And what do the tea-totalling Rechabites have to do with it? Tue, 18 Aug 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/God-ask-confession.php God is omniscient - Why did He ask Adam and Eve where they were? Why did He ask Cain where Abel was? Tue, 18 Aug 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/gender-clothing.php What does the Bible mean by dressing according to one's gender? Does culture influence how a Christian should dress? Mon, 27 Jul 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/thorn-flesh.php Paul said he had a 'thorn in the flesh.' Did he mean a chronic ailment or a sinful addiction? Either way, the application is the same. Thu, 19 Jun 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-greek-verb-tenses.php Imperfect? Aorist? Pluperfect? Either Chrome's automatic translator isn't working or we're talking about Greek verb tenses. Thu, 18 Jun 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/desires-heart.php Psalm 37:4: If God promised to give us the desires of our heart, why don't we have what we want? Thu, 18 Jun 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/repentance-asking-forgiveness.php What is the difference between repentance and asking God for forgiveness from our sins? If we are forgiven when we are saved, why do we have to repent? Mon, 15 Jun 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/word-logos-Jesus.php The Bible talks about the word, the Gospel, Scripture, and logos. What is the relationship between these and Jesus? Tue, 09 Jun 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/chronicles-kings-stall-horses.php If the Bible is inerrant, why does 2 Chronicles 9:25 contradict 1 Kings 4:26? Is it 4000 horse stalls or 40,000? Tue, 09 Jun 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/lords-name-vain.php What does it mean to take the Lord's name in vain? Is the third commandment in the New Testament? Mon, 08 Jun 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/no-greater-love.php What does it mean that the greatest love is to lay down your life for your friends? How do we do that? Fri, 22 May 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-epithumia-desire.php The Greek Geek tackles 'epithumia.' What is desire? Is desire always wrong? Mon, 11 May 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/christianlifeandgrowth/worry-fear.php Are worry and sin always a sin? Is it even possible - or good - to never worry or fear? Mon, 11 May 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/organicfruit/jesus-wept.php Does it seem strange to you that Jesus wept? Why would the God of the universe allow Himself to feel pain? How should we look at our own emotions, knowing that Jesus, who was sinless, shed tears? Mon, 04 May 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-phroneo-affection.php What does the KJV mean by 'affection'? How can we set our 'affections' on things above? Mon, 20 Apr 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/daniel-fear.php The prophet Daniel served under several kings in high-ranking positions and feared none of them. That doesn't mean he lived completely without fear. Mon, 13 Apr 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/christianlifeandgrowth/friend-of-God.php Friendship with God isn't based on equality or mutual admiration, but on His willingness to sacrifice His Son for us. Mon, 13 Apr 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/organicfruit/the-bible-and-being-gay.php What does God really say about homosexuality? This controversial issue offends unbelievers and confuses Christians. But what is the truth? Is being gay a sin according to the Bible? What does the Bible say about being gay? Mon, 06 Apr 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/right-side-bible.php Why does the Bible emphasize the right side? Why were the priests' right ear, thumb, and toe anointed with blood? Wed, 25 Mar 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-glory-doxa.php The Greek Geek tackles 'doxa'--What is the glory of God? Thu, 12 Mar 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/old-testament.php The Old Testament is law, poetry, story, and prophecy all mixed up. But if you take it in sections, the story clearly shows God's patience and grace. Thu, 05 Mar 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/free-will-gods-sovereignty.php Do we have free will? Do we have the capability to derail God's plan? Tue, 03 Mar 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/contributors/ldavis/narrow-road.php Critics say biblical Christianity is narrow-minded. It too specifically defines good and evil, right and wrong. Jesus says they're right - Christianity is a narrow road. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/organicfruit/was-jesus-tempted.php What does it mean that Jesus was tempted in the same way that we are tempted? Jesus was sinless, so how could He feel temptation to sin? Was temptation just not painful for Jesus? Was it not as hard for Him to resist? Mon, 16 Feb 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/consecrated.php How are believers consecrated? What does it mean to be consecrated in modern-day life? Tue, 10 Feb 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-makarios-blessed.php The Greek Geek tackles 'makarios' - what does it mean to be 'blessed'? Wed, 04 Feb 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Abraham-Genesis.php We often read Genesis as a history book. Looking deeper, we see it's a history of God's faithfulness to Abraham and his family. Wed, 28 Jan 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/hyssop-cedar-scarlet.php How did God use symbolism in the Old Testament Law? What is the significance of hyssop, cedar, and scarlet in cleansing ceremonies? Tue, 06 Jan 2015 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Jesus-genealogies.php Jesus' genealogies in Matthew and Luke split at King David. How do the two different lines give evidence that He is, in fact, the Messiah? Mon, 29 Dec 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/God-repent-regret.php Does God regret? Does He ever repent of His actions? Mon, 22 Dec 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/gotquestions/when-Jesus-born.php What year was Jesus born? Was Jesus really born on 1 A.D.? Or was He born earlier? Tue, 16 Dec 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/contributors/ldavis/seven-churches-revelation.php Christ's words to the seven churches in Revelation are just as applicable to us as they were to them. Are you listening to those words? Wed, 10 Dec 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/contributors/ldavis/Christmas-presence.php Christmas presents are great! But even better is the presence of Jesus who grew up from that baby and died on the cross for our sins. Mon, 08 Dec 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Jesus-water-wine.php Did Jesus turn water into real, alcoholic wine? What is the difference between wine now and wine in Jesus' day? Thu, 06 Nov 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/end-beginning.php 'The end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride' - Ecclesiastes 7:8. How thinking about the end can control our words in the beginning. Wed, 29 Oct 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/contributors/ldavis/Jesus-family-tree.php Jesus' genealogy reveals two things to us: Who He is to us and who we are to Him. The broken branches in His family tree show He can accept the brokenness in us. Wed, 08 Oct 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/contributors/ldavis/the-haman-factor.php 'The Haman Factor': when the noose you wickely devise for someone else's neck ends up around your own. How the gentle humility of Esther saved herself and her people. Thu, 11 Sep 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/no-excuse-4-relationships.php There is no excuse -- the wide-open spaces give us the freedom to have relationships driven by God's truth, not others' actions. Tue, 26 Aug 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/no-excuse-3-character.php There is no excuse -- the freedom of the wide-open space requires the character of Christ and a heart that is equal parts holy and love. Wed, 27 Aug 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/theologyapologetics/Jesus-prophecy.php Was the New Testament written to make Jesus fulfill Old Testament prophecy? What literary criticism tells us about Jesus. Wed, 06 Aug 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/no-excuse-2-circumstances.php 2 Corinthians 6 gives us no excuse -- the believer must reflect the grace and love of Christ regardless of the circumstances. Fri, 01 Aug 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/christianlifeandgrowth/freedom-or-slavery.php Is Christianity about freedom? Or about being a slave to Christ? Mon, 28 Jul 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/no-excuse.php No matter what our circumstances, and no matter what our relationship is with others, we have no excuse: the wide-open, spacious life reflects the Holy Spirit inside us. Fri, 18 Jul 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/loving-with-all.php Loving God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength doesn't mean we can't love others. It shows us how to love others better. Thu, 17 Jul 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/1Corinthians.php So, I've been slowly reading through the New Testament. It's interesting how you can discover things you read over 18 times before. It seems like every chapter in 1 Corinthians has at least one little slap across the face. Here are a few. Wed, 18 Jun 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/origin-Job.php Job's faith is inspiring, but his account is puzzling. When was the Book of Job written? When did he live? Christopher Schwinger explores why there seem to be such disparity between the descriptions of Job's life and the writing style of his story. Wed, 18 Jun 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/1-john-gnosticism.php Some passages in 1 John seem to preach a gospel of works instead of grace. Does the book contradict the rest of Scripture? Or is it a response to the gnostic culture of the day? Mon, 14 Apr 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/anointed-eyes.php In John 9, Jesus not only healed the blind beggar's eyes, He anointed them. What does it mean to have anointed eyes? Mon, 03 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/discontentment.php Does God hold out on us? Or do we suffer from the sin of discontentment? What a bunch of whiners wandering through the desert for forty years can teach us about ourselves. Tue, 18 Feb 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/gotquestions/bible-trustworthy.php Is the Bible worthy of my trust? Can I trust the Bible on non-spiritual topics? If the Bible has errors in science and history, should I trust what it says about God, Jesus, salvation, etc.? Tue, 11 Feb 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/thetakeaway/Nineveh.php We know we're to forgive our enemies. But do we have the faith to rescue the authors of our future destruction? Tue, 11 Feb 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/yes-I-sin.php Many claim that we should stand on the stages and boldly preach how wrong it is for homosexual couples to marry because it is going against God, against the covenant of marriage, and ultimately against the way we were created. We do not however, plan on waging war against pride, fornication, adultery, lying, and idolatry in the same manner. Tue, 28 Jan 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/literal-kjv.php Is the King James Bible accurate? What is the advantage of the KJV being a 'literal' translation? Tue, 21 Jan 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/written-words.php Human beings learn through many different methods, but some things are best learned, or can only be learned, through one particular method. Among the most powerful learning schemes is reading. Written words are by far the most effective way to communicate higher, more sophisticated concepts. Wed, 15 Jan 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/why-bawl-at-paul.php Many believe that Paul's theology contradicted Jesus'. Is this true? What does the Bible say? Thu, 09 Jan 2014 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/husband-role.php What is the role of a godly husband? What does it mean to lead a family? Does the Bible tell men to be controlling despots? Mon, 25 Nov 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/shelter-wings.php We know that God longs to shelter us under His wings, but have we ever really thought about what that means? Mon, 11 Nov 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/armor.php We know we are to take up the armor of God, but what are we supposed to do with it? Wed, 16 Oct 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/keeping-the-faith.php Salvation is through faith, not works. So why is it sometimes such hard work to keep the faith? Thu, 26 Sep 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Gospels-and-modern-news.php Why do we have four Gospel accounts? How are the Gospels similar to the modern news we read today? Wed, 26 Sep 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/divinememorabilia/battle-cry.php The armor of God is the Holy Spirit's way to protect and defend us against spiritual warfare. One way we can join in His work--sing your battle cry. Thu, 19 Sep 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/trust-God.php When faced with unanswered prayer, we can throw a tantrum and take back control of our lives or trust in God. Do we trust that God's sustaining love is enough? Mon, 26 Aug 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/missing-God.php Being knowledgeable about God is good. It is good to engage with God on an intellectual level. But what do these pursuits mean if we don't actually know God? Tue, 20 Aug 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-meno.php The Greek Geek tackles 'meno'--what does it mean to abide in Christ? Thu, 08 Aug 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/the-good-fight.php The Bible tells us to fight the good fight. The best and most effective way to start is to reject the lies that keep you out of the battle. Wed, 31 Jul 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/GG-agape-phileo.php Introducting: the Greek Geek. How is Greek love different from English? And how does that affect our relationship with Christ? Fri, 21 Jun 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/small-service.php Sometimes we get so caught up in the big picture that we don't look around us. But small acts of service can be a big blessing. Thu, 30 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/gift-tongues-2-today.php Tongues were a tool used by God in the time of the early church. Many churches insist this tool is still in use today. But are the tongues of the Bible the same as the tongues used today? Wed, 22 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/gift-tongues-1-Bible.php There is a great deal of confusion in the Christian community regarding the spiritual gift of tongues. To understand its role today, we must first understand it's role in the Bible. Tue, 14 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Gog-Magog-Tarshish.php Gog, Magog, Meshek, Tubal, Tarshish: What are the nations of Ezekiel 38 and where do they fit in the End Times? Thu, 02 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Jesus-homeless.php Was Jesus homeless? If our Savior had no home, how should that affect our view of home? Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/soul-sleep.php Soul sleep is a view which teaches that the believer in Jesus who dies will have his or her soul 'rest' until Christ's future coming. Is this biblical? Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/without-excuse.php Are people really without excuse? A look at Romans 1:20. Thu, 14 Feb 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/vegetarian-christian.php Does the Bible say whether or not Christians should be vegetarians? Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/jehovahs-witness.php They claim to be Christians, but is this claim made based on a Biblical definition of a Christian or something else? Wed, 23 Jan 2013 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/reincarnation.php What Does the Bible Say about Reincarnation? Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/hannah.php What can we learn from the life of Hannah? Fri, 07 Dec 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/deborah.php What can we learn from the life of Deborah? Tue, 30 Oct 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/uncensored-prayer.php What is prayer really about? Mon, 24 Sep 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/pets-in-heaven.php Will Christians be reunited with their pets in Heaven? Tue, 18 Sep 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/prayer-in-heaven.php Does the Bible suggest that people in Heaven have prayed for those on Earth? Wed, 05 Sep 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/animals-in-heaven.php Does the Bible give us a glimpse of the possibilities that lie ahead? Thu, 28 Jun 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/jesus-calms-the-storm.php What is the meaning of the story where Jesus calms the storm in the gospels? Thu, 28 Jun 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/four-gospels.php Are the four gospels based on eyewitness testimony? The test of personal names. Thu, 07 Jun 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/god-jesus-christ.php Is God Jesus Christ? What did the early church fathers think about Jesus? Who did they say he was? Wed, 09 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/bible-myth.php Is the Bible a myth? There are many aspects of the Bible that show it to be a factual account rather than a mythology. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/bible-temptation.php How can the Bible help a Christian to combat temptation? What is it about the Word of God that is so powerful? Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/deity-of-Jesus-4-Jesus-divine.php What is the evidence for the divinity of Jesus? Is Jesus a created being or Creator? Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/deity-of-Jesus-3-divinity-of-Jesus.php What is the evidence for the divinity of Jesus? Is Jesus a created being or Creator? Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/deity-of-Jesus-2-is-Jesus-God.php Is Jesus God? Did he claim to be God? How can we be sure of Jesus' divinity? Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/deity-of-Jesus-1-is-Jesus-divine.php Was Jesus just a good moral teacher? Or was He something else? What does the evidence show? Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/mormons-trinity.php Do mormons believe in the trinity? Why is belief in the trinity an essential Christian doctrine? Tue, 28 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/compellingtruth/bible-translations.php Which of the many bible translations is best? Is there a translation that is better than the others in terms of accuracy or veracity? Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/books-of-the-new-testament.php Are the books of the new testament accurate today? Are they same as what was originally written centuries ago? Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/old-testament-bible.php Is there any real evidence to suggest that the books in the Old Testament, in the Bible, are accurate? Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/what-mean-blessed.php What does it mean to be blessed? What does the Bible say about true blessing? Sat, 07 Jan 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/what-is-amillennialism.php What is amillennialism? What do amillenialists believe, and why? Is amillennialism biblical? Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/the-faithfulness-of-god.php The impact of divine sovereignty on our lives is determined, in part, by our understanding of God's other attributes, especially the faithfulness of God. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/TULIP-6-Perseverance-Saints.php What is Perseverance of the Saints? What causes some people who claim to be believers in Christ to endure in that faith their entire lives? What about those who fall away? Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/TULIP-5b-Irresistable-Grace.php What is Irresistible Grace? Does regeneration precede faith, or is the opposite true? How are people who are dead in sin able to receive the Gospel? Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/TULIP-5a-Irresistable-Grace.php What is Irresistible Grace? How does God draw people to himself? Can people resist the call of the gospel? These are some of the questions we'll tackle as we examine the doctrine of Irresistible Grace. Wed, 14 Sep 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/TULIP-4b-Limited-Atonement.php What is Limited Atonement / TULIP? What are the various views of the atonement? Which view is correct? For whom did Christ die? What is the extent of the atonement? Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/TULIP-4a-Limited-Atonement.php What is Limited Atonement? Is it biblical? Why does it matter? Did Jesus die for the sins of the whole world or only for the elect? Did the death of Christ make an actual atonement for sin, or did it merely make all men savable? Sun, 21 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/TULIP-3b-Unconditional-Election.php Is Calvinism / Unconditional Election biblical? How can we be responsible if Unconditional Election is true? How can I be saved if I am not one of the elect? We will answer these and other questions in this article. Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/TULIP-3a-Unconditional-Election.php What is Unconditional Election? Does God choose those who are going to be saved ahead of time? Does God choose us because of our foreseen faith, or is there another reason? Is Unconditional Election biblical? Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/TULIP-2-Total-Depravity.php What is Total Depravity? Is it biblical? Why does it matter? Are we all as evil as we can be? What about the good that people do? Thu, 04 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/TULIP-1-Intro.php What are the Doctrines of Grace and what is their historic importance? Is there a difference between the Doctrines of Grace and the Five Points of Calvinism? What is the historic context that frames this debate? Tue, 02 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Covenant-Theology-4-Redemption.php Is there even such a thing as a Covenant of Redemption? What is the relationship between the Covenant of Redemption and the Covenants of Works and Grace? Who are the parties of the Covenant of Redemption? Wed, 29 Jun 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Covenant-Theology-3-Grace.php Why do we need a Covenant of Grace? Who are the parties of this post-fall Covenant of Grace? Are there any conditions that need to be met for the Covenant of Grace to be effective? Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Covenant-Theology-2-Works.php Was there a pre-fall covenant between God and Adam in the Garden of Eden? What is the relationship between Adam and Jesus? How is sin transmitted throughout the human race? Tue, 31 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Covenant-Theology-1-basics.php How should we interpret the bible? Should we just focus on the New Testament since we're Christians? How does the Old Testament relate to the New Testament? What is a covenant and why is this concept important? Tue, 24 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/soli-deo-gloria.php What did the Reformers mean by the slogan "To God Alone be the Glory," or "Soli Deo Gloria?" Is salvation solely a work of God? Mon, 16 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/God-cannot-change.php A completely sovereign God who was also changeable or unpredictable would be impossible to please or obey. But our God is immutable - He does not change His mind. Mon, 16 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Solus-Christus.php What did the Reformers mean by the slogan Christ Alone, or Solus Christus? Is Christ the only mediator between God and man, or are there other human mediators? Tue, 10 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/is-the-bible-true.php The Bible is not only true, but it is the actual words of God with which He inspired each of the authors of the 66 books to write exactly what He intended. Sun, 01 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Sola-Gratia.php What did the Reformers mean by the slogan Scripture Grace, or Sola Gratia? Does the Reformers' doctrine of Grace Alone mean that man has no part to play in his salvation? Tue, 26 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Sola-Scriptura.php What did the Reformers mean by the slogan Scripture Alone, or Sola Scriptura? Fri, 22 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.blogos.org/exploringtheword/Sola-Fide.php What did the Reformers mean by the slogan Justification by Faith Alone, or Sola Fide?