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2017-04-26T06:47:29-07:00

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Jesus’ Resurrection Is the Myth Become Fact. May It Make A Factual Difference in Our Lives Today.

Last updated on: April 26, 2017 at 6:47 am By Paul Louis Metzger

All too often, we take the mythical to be devoid of real historical concern, even if there are some historical elements. Read more

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2017-04-15T10:33:31-07:00

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Jesus Didn’t Do Painkillers or Anesthesia at the Cross, Nor Swoon at the Sight of Blood

Last updated on: April 15, 2017 at 10:33 am By Paul Louis Metzger

Painkiller addictions have sounded the national alarm (Refer here, here, and here). In our painkiller age, it is worth noting that according to Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus did not use painkillers or anesthesia at the cross, though they offered him wine mixed with gall (which dulled pain; Matthew 27:33-34). Nor did Jesus faint at the sight of blood or from the pain, only to awaken later in the grave (Refer here for a discussion of the swoon theory hypothesis of Jesus... Read more

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2017-04-14T18:35:42-07:00

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Jesus’ Crucifixion Is the Greatest Compliment: Take Comfort on Good Friday

Last updated on: April 14, 2017 at 6:35 pm By Paul Louis Metzger

Jesus’ crucifixion is the greatest compliment, though not everyone thinks so… One of the things I most appreciate about my Muslim friends is the high regard they have for Jesus: they honor him as a great prophet. This is one reason why many Muslims (though not all) claim that Jesus was delivered from being crucified. How could a true prophet of God die such a shameful death? Surely God would have delivered him from the cross. As much as I... Read more

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2017-04-14T18:44:51-07:00

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God’s Church Is More Than “Giving Units”. She Is United to Jesus Christ.

Last updated on: April 14, 2017 at 6:44 pm By Paul Louis Metzger

God’s church is more than a collection of giving units. As the bride, she is united to Jesus Christ. Sometimes Christian leaders refer to their congregants as “giving units,” that is, as those who contribute financially to the church institution. It is so easy in our free market society to measure God’s people primarily by what they contribute to the church collection plate. After all, our society often places supreme value on the effective exchanges of goods and services; such... Read more

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2017-04-14T18:55:11-07:00

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Join Palms in Prayer and Solidarity on Palm Sunday for Egyptian Christians and All Who Face Religious Persecution

Last updated on: April 14, 2017 at 6:55 pm By Paul Louis Metzger

Today, on Palm Sunday, Christians around the world wave palm branches in remembrance of people greeting Jesus on his entry into Jerusalem: “Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!” (Matthew 21:9; ESV) People around the world also join palms in prayer in remembrance of Coptic Christians killed today by deadly blasts in two churches in Egypt. Regardless of our ecclesial affiliation, we who are Christians must not only join palms... Read more

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2017-04-07T12:16:23-07:00

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Where Is Barth’s Mozart When You Need Him? From the Lisbon Earthquake to Chemical Weapons in Syria.

Last updated on: April 7, 2017 at 12:16 pm By Paul Louis Metzger

Whenever one considers natural and/or moral disasters, one can easily come away overwhelmed and despondent. What moves us to action to aid those who suffer in the wake? Hope certainly has something to do with moving beyond the threat of paralysis or inactivity in many if not all situations. Public opinion across the world will continue to weigh in on whether President Trump should have ordered the destruction of the airfield in Syria that reportedly housed the planes used in... Read more

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2017-04-06T11:36:46-07:00

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You Are What You Eat. You Become What You View.

Last updated on: April 6, 2017 at 11:36 am By Paul Louis Metzger

“Mom was right: You are what you eat.” Could it also be true that we become what we view? Here I’m reminded of the short story, The Great Stone Face, published by Nathaniel Hawthorne in 1850. The story is based on an old legend claiming that someone would arise in their midst that would look like the Great Stone Face—a rock formation on a nearby mountainside that had the air of a living human countenance from the right distance and... Read more

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2017-04-03T17:18:35-07:00

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Lord, “Where There Is Hatred, Let Me Sow Love”—for Those Like Me.

Last updated on: April 3, 2017 at 5:18 pm By Paul Louis Metzger

The prayer often attributed to St. Francis of Assisi referred to as the “Peace Prayer” includes the words, “Where there is hatred, let me sow love.” Even though it is often claimed that St. Francis did not pen the prayer, it still resonates and penetrates our hearts as if he or someone like him did. And yet, we need to ask what is meant by love. We all have notions of love, but what kind of love does the prayer envision?... Read more

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2017-03-31T08:06:25-07:00

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Clearing Up the Smog: An Interview with an Environmental Scientist on Comprehensive Health

Last updated on: March 31, 2017 at 8:06 am By Paul Louis Metzger

In view of the heated engagement nationally and globally concerning environmental protections and the economy, I reached out to an environmental studies professor at a Christian university to seek his perspective on comprehensive health. My hope is that the cool-headed exchange in the interview that follows will help clear up some of the smog surrounding pressing issues. These issues concern human health, the well-being of our planet, and economic vitality. Steven A. Kolmes is Director of the Environmental Studies Program, Professor of... Read more

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2017-03-29T11:16:30-07:00

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Make Relational Connections to Build Resilience in the Face of Trauma

Last updated on: March 29, 2017 at 11:16 am By Paul Louis Metzger

Creative Commons The American Psychological Association specifies several ways to build resilience in the face of trauma. One of them is “make connections.” Here is what the APA says about the need to make relational connections: Good relationships with close family members, friends or others are important. Accepting help and support from those who care about you and will listen to you strengthens resilience. Some people find that being active in civic groups, faith-based organizations, or other local groups provides social... Read more

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