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2022-11-16T13:31:31-06:00

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The Kingdom Is Now

Last updated on: November 16, 2022 at 1:31 pm By Dorian Scott Cole

To the thief on the cross who knew he had sinned and deserved his fate, Jesus said to him that today he would be with him in paradise. Not Tomorrow. Not at some coming point of his return. Not at the resurrection of the dead. Not at the end of time. “But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” –Matthew 6:23 (NASB) “From that time Jesus began to preach and say,... Read more

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2022-11-10T10:57:25-06:00

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Thanks to Age 18 to 35 voters

Last updated on: November 10, 2022 at 10:57 am By Dorian Scott Cole

Age 18 to 35 showed up to vote in the Mid-term election. Fantastic! “When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, But when a wicked man rules, people groan.” Proverbs 29:2 (NASB) You turned out in high numbers and you influenced the election. Yay! I thought you would. I hoped you would. I’m very proud of these generations. The Earth is ours to tend to and use for good. Or we can abuse it. Only one is right for people and... Read more

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2022-11-07T20:14:08-06:00

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Blood Moon tonight. Does it have meaning?

Last updated on: November 7, 2022 at 8:14 pm By Dorian Scott Cole

In ancient Mesopotamia it meant an assault on the king. The king went into hiding during the duration and put a proxy in place. Being a proxy wasn’t a popular job. Biden and other leaders should take note? Some consider it a time for old conflicts to be laid to rest. We should do that. Many societies believe it comes with ill intent, even evil. A time of cleansing may be necessary. Christianity equates lunar eclipses with the wrath of... Read more

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2022-11-05T10:13:29-06:00

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Why Worship God?

Last updated on: November 5, 2022 at 10:13 am By Dorian Scott Cole

Some astute people have asked why God needs the worship of people. Some have even asked if God is a narcissist requiring constant worship. We don’t anthropomorphize God (apply human characteristics). God has no needs that we’re aware of that people can address. Following God (or Jesus) means following the way we have been shown to behave. Someone said, if you think people don’t care about gender, just call God a she. Funny how we are. I try not to... Read more

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2022-10-26T12:22:18-06:00

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Another Day, Another Mass Shooting

Last updated on: October 26, 2022 at 12:22 pm By Dorian Scott Cole

Just another day in America (US). More students killed. A mass shooting of four or more people nearly every day, and it’s going to keep happening and it’s getting worse. Some will be angered by my comments. The truth hurts. “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” – John 10:10 (NASB) There are those among us who steal the truth from us. The Cause It’s not... Read more

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2022-10-25T15:19:20-06:00

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Christian In Name Only

Last updated on: October 25, 2022 at 3:19 pm By Dorian Scott Cole

It’s one of the great mysteries: why are so many Christians so mean, hypocritical, and hateful? If God is love, why, why, why? Things aren’t always what they seem. For example, almond milk is a lot like cow’s milk. But have you ever tried to milk an almond? It’s tricky. It’s a trick like no udder. Similarly while we often think that power, money, popularity, and success are keys to happiness, it’s the other way around. It’s the same for... Read more

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2022-10-17T15:11:48-06:00

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Welcome To Creation

Last updated on: October 17, 2022 at 3:11 pm By Dorian Scott Cole

I appreciate the zombies in this world. That is those folks who drift through life, aimlessly, shoved this way and that by events and people. People who don’t seem to have a constructive urge but who complacently accept whatever is and whatever comes their way. They are people who make me wonder in awe at God’s creation. Are we each required to have some value, something to offer, some unique niche, some contribution? No. In this man-made economy of capitalism,... Read more

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2022-10-15T16:31:52-06:00

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Approaching crisis on Internet Safety

Last updated on: October 15, 2022 at 4:31 pm By Dorian Scott Cole

As the Internet matures, more legislation is being considered to regulate it so that it is “safe.” This isn’t necessarily related at all to book banning in some communities in public schools and even public libraries. It’s a growing concern over a number of issues affecting young adults and children. Freedom of speech is a US standard deeply ingrained in our culture. Personal information collection The Internet causes concerns that go way beyond access to information. Should Websites such as... Read more

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2022-10-14T13:30:10-06:00

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The Bible In Context – series

Last updated on: October 14, 2022 at 1:30 pm By Dorian Scott Cole

This series focuses on the question of whether there is anything worth believing in the Bible, and is it credible. Each will find what they want to believe. The series includes these articles We have to study hard and prove in our lives that the way God has shown us is right and other ways are wrong. We’re able to choose either. We learn from both. – Bible and Religion – What To Believe? For people who want to be... Read more

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2022-10-12T17:01:55-06:00

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Bible Credibility In Context

Last updated on: October 12, 2022 at 5:01 pm By Dorian Scott Cole

Which is easier to believe? That pigs can fly, or that you can put lipstick on a pig, or to believe the Bible is factual? Pigs love to be scratched behind the ear. Can the Bible help us? I’ve written before that I regard the argument over Bible credibility to be a gold rush for fools gold. All that glitters isn’t gold. All that’s gold doesn’t glitter. You find what you’re looking for. As someone recently put it, some can... Read more

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