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Theological Word of the Day- Sacerdotalism[sass''-er-dote''-uh-liz''-um] (Latin sacerdos, “priest”) Sacerdotalism is the belief in an established hierarchy that separates man from God. In such a system the priesthood stands as an essential mediator between God and man. This priesthood, according to sacerdotalists, is a necessary component in worship, receiving communion […]
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Jurgen Moltmann on Black Theology
“Black theology opens up for the theology of the whites the unique chance to free itself from the constitutional blindness of white society, and to become Christian theology. If we listen seriously to the stories of blacks, if we try … Continue reading
Posted in Black Theology, Jurgen Moltmann, Racism
Tagged Black Experience, Black Theology, Experiences in Theology, Jurgen Moltmann
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Our Idea of God by A.W. Tozer
“That our idea of God corresponds as nearly as possible to the true being of God is of immense importance to us. Compared with our actual thoughts about Him, our creedal statements are of little consequence. Our real idea of … Continue reading
God’s Goodness and Human Suffering
Whenever there is a tragedy–untold devastation and the loss of human lives, resulting in unspeakable pain and grief–God and his goodness are put on trial. We hear things like, “Where was God?” “If he is indeed good, why couldn’t he … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: From Moore, Oklahoma
“GOD BLESS TEACHERS… a teacher in Moore, Oklahoma finds one of the students in his class, that he thought he’d lost in today’s tornado.” (Source: Curt Autry NBC 12)
On Moore Oklahoma Tornado: Do Not Blame God
To date, 51 are dead, which includes 7 children. Many more are still missing. For the people of Moore, Oklahoma, loss is real. There is unspeakable grief. And there is that pain of uncertainty. Oklahoma is prone to tornadoes. In … Continue reading
A Classic Calvin Illustration: The Scripture as Eyeglasses
“For as the aged, or those whose sight is defective, when any book, however fair, is set before them, though they perceive that there is something written, are scarcely able to make out two consecutive words, but, when aided by … Continue reading
Study: Christians Who Tithe Have Healthier Finances by Joe Carter
The following is a repost from here: ***** The Story: The finances of Christians who tithe are generally healthier than the finances of those who do not, according to a new study. The Story: A new 5-year constituency study released … Continue reading
Pope’s Francis Message also for Evangelicals
In an address to mark Pentecost Sunday attended by more than 200, 000 people, Pope Francis warned the Roman Catholic Church “to not close on itself…, urging the faithful to be open and present in a new and changing world.” … Continue reading
Posted in Holy Spirit, Pentecost, Roman Catholicism
Tagged Pentecost, Pope Francis, Roman Catholic Church
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