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2026-07-13T10:43:58-04:00

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Can You Know the Bible and Still Not Be a Disciple?

Last updated on: July 13, 2026 at 10:43 am By Miranda Turner

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Can someone know the Bible well and still not be a disciple of Jesus? Can they claim to know God and yet not know him at all—or worse, not be known by him? Is it possible to quote Scripture verbatim, unpack word meanings, and interpret the Word rightly, yet still be merely a student rather than a true disciple? Read more

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2026-07-01T18:15:28-04:00

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If God Knows Everything, Why Do We Need to Pray?

Last updated on: July 1, 2026 at 6:15 pm By Miranda Turner

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I’m not fond of long-winded prayers. Shamefully, I’ve found myself many times dozing off or struggling to keep my mind from wandering when a prayer lasts longer than a minute or two. I’ve never been big on public prayer, especially when it feels like nothing more than a wish list of things we want God to do for us. Whenever I’ve been asked to pray in a group, I’ve often felt uneasy. It sometimes feels like we’re children gathered around... Read more

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2026-05-21T18:19:01-04:00

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Crossing Cultures in Corinth: Unity Amid Diversity: 11:11-16

Last updated on: May 21, 2026 at 6:19 pm By Miranda Turner

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My last post discussed 1 Corinthians 11 verses 4-10. We now move to the next and final section of the passage. I continue to emphasize that this is simply my interpretation, and I’m not claiming it to be 100% accurate. My primary goal is to capture the general sense of these verses. Let’s now turn our attention to 1 Corinthians verses 11 through 16 to complete our exploration of this passage. Verses 11-12 For some reason, many readers move straight... Read more

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2026-06-30T15:55:41-04:00

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Crossing Cultures In Corinth: Unity Amid Diversity 11:4-10

Last updated on: June 30, 2026 at 3:55 pm By Miranda Turner

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In my last post, which wrapped up my study on the biblical validity of male headship, I examined 1 Corinthians 11:2–3. Now we begin looking at the rest of the passage, verses 4–16, which I maintain deal with “unity, cultural diversity, and distinguishing God’s truth from human tradition.” Here, we’ll focus on verses 4–10, and the next post will complete a deep dive into verses 10–16. Let’s begin with a bit of background information. After addressing tensions created by differing... Read more

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2026-05-20T04:52:26-04:00

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Is Male Headship Biblical?: 1 Corinthians 11:2-3 – Pt. IV.

Last updated on: May 20, 2026 at 4:52 am By Miranda Turner

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When I was homeless, and living on the street, I remember sitting on a bench along the Atlantic City Boardwalk on a cool, partly cloudy day. With the city being known for its gambling scene and lined with casinos, you can imagine the constant stream of ads trying to lure people inside these establishments, promising easy money, only for many to walk out broke. One casino ad in particular has stuck with me because it was so unbelievably ridiculous—and... Read more

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2026-03-23T13:44:05-04:00

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Is ‘Male Headship’ Biblical?: 1 Corinthians Pt. III

Last updated on: March 23, 2026 at 1:44 pm By Miranda Turner

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This post will further our examination of 1 Corinthians, setting the stage for an in-depth look at 1 Corinthians 11:2-16, a passage frequently referenced in discussions about 'male headship.' Read more

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2026-02-25T13:03:35-05:00

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Aproskopos in the New Testament: Definition and Meaning

Last updated on: February 25, 2026 at 1:03 pm By Miranda Turner

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As part of my current study, this post examines the meaning of the word ‘aproskopos’ to establish its interpretation in 1 Corinthians 10:32. Our exploration will begin with an analysis of ‘aproskopos,’ followed by a glimpse into its historical usage. We will then analyze its possible interpretations in the New Testament, and examine the phrase “aproskopoi ginesthe” from 1 Corinthians 10:32. First up, we will focus on ‘proskopto,’ the verb foundational to ‘aproskopos.’ Proskopto The Greek term ‘proskopto‘ comprises two... Read more

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2026-02-11T20:40:27-05:00

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Is The Conscience A Valid Guide For Believers?

Last updated on: February 11, 2026 at 8:40 pm By Miranda Turner

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Most people assume they know what a “conscience” is. We speak of having a clear one, a guilty one, or sometimes none at all. Before doing this study, I never thought too deeply about it. I just went along with popular belief.But the word we so casually use today carries a far more complex history than we realize. Long before it became the quiet inner voice of modern invention, syneidēsis meant something far more concrete—shared knowledge. Only later did... Read more

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2025-12-11T23:57:01-05:00

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Is ‘Male Headship’ Biblical?: 1 Corinthians Pt. II

Last updated on: December 11, 2025 at 11:57 pm By Miranda Turner

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Paul observed that knowledge can lead to arrogance, making one self-absorbed and less mindful of the needs of others. Therefore, he reminds them that some actions such as eating food sacrificed to idols, although generally permissible, do not reconcile people to God or build up the church in such a circumstance. Read more

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2025-11-28T00:41:24-05:00

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Is ‘Male Headship’ Biblical? A Closer Look at 1 Corinthians

Last updated on: November 28, 2025 at 12:41 am By Miranda Turner

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Did Paul intend to establish, or promote a hierarchical male authority over women, both in marriage and within the church? Read more

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