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2024-09-24T12:43:27-04:00

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Only UNenlightenment Can Help You Find God

Last updated on: September 24, 2024 at 12:43 pm By Eric Scot English

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Let me apologize at the outset. I admit the start of this article is a little self-serving but it adds important context for what I would like to say. Today is the anniversary of the release of my first book, UNenlightenment: A theological foundation for Deconstructing and Reconstructing the Christian Faith. The book was a 15-year project in the making. It was something that I wanted to publish more than anything because not only was there nothing else like it... Read more

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2023-10-16T14:38:30-04:00

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Tim Ballard: ANOTHER Alleged Sex Scandal

Last updated on: October 16, 2023 at 2:38 pm By Eric Scot English

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You may or may not be familiar with the name Tim Ballard. Tim Ballard is a Christian whose story was immortalized on the big screen in the hit movie The Sound of Freedom, which as of this writing has grossed almost 235 million at the box office. The movie follows former government agent Tim Ballard as he starts an anti-trafficking organization and works to rescue those being trafficked. The name of the organization is Operation Underground Railroad and Ballard served... Read more

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2023-09-27T17:51:02-04:00

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Evangelicalism Will Eventually Die and This is Why

Last updated on: September 27, 2023 at 5:51 pm By Eric Scot English

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It seems like an extreme statement to state that evangelicalism will die. In general, I do my best to try and avoid such statements. However, in this particular case, I think this statement is not only accurate but justifiable. Additionally, not only do I believe that evangelicalism will never change I think it will ultimately die. Here is why. The Nature of the Problem Evangelicals universally acknowledge the Bible as the cornerstone of their faith. This biblio-centric worldview often encompasses... Read more

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2023-08-21T11:09:06-04:00

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The Rapture and the Hope of Jesus’ Return

Last updated on: August 21, 2023 at 11:09 am By Eric Scot English

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Eschatology, the rapture, and the end times are often met with eye-rolling by individuals like myself. Many progressives have experienced what can be termed as “rapture trauma” due to the constant preaching and emphasis on Christ’s imminent return. It is not just the words themselves that caused distress, but the way in which eschatology became a way of life within premillennial traditions. The pressure was not solely on belief, but on living with the constant anxiety that Christ could... Read more

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2023-07-20T16:41:04-04:00

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The SBC Will Never Allow Women To Be Pastors And Here’s Why

Last updated on: July 20, 2023 at 4:41 pm By Eric Scot English

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Recently Saddleback Church was expelled from the SBC for employing a woman pastor within their ranks. The man himself, Rick Warren even came out of retirement to attend the SBC conference in order to debate the Pharisee’s leaders of the SBC about their archaic practices. It’s not entirely clear if Warren thought he would actually change their mind or if he just wanted the last word on the matter. Regardless, he did his best trying to make the case. Saddleback... Read more

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2023-06-30T11:53:15-04:00

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God is Punishing the United States: A Polemic

Last updated on: June 30, 2023 at 11:53 am By Eric Scot English

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It has been said that God has been punishing America because of its turn towards atheistic secularism. Throughout its history, this nation has been blessed by divine favor. However, since WWII, there has been a concerted effort by the evil one to convert the American people. It all began with Darwin’s influence in the public school systems, undermining the beauty of God’s creation story. As the old saying goes, you might have evolved from a monkey, but I was... Read more

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2023-06-20T14:40:32-04:00

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A Progressive Interpretation of the Bible

Last updated on: June 20, 2023 at 2:40 pm By Eric Scot English

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In the realm of progressive thinking, issues with evangelicalism often stem from questions of authority and interpretation. That is, to what extent does the Bible speak for God and how do we as humans interpret such a book? Unfortunately, there is very little in terms of hermeneutics when it comes to progressive thinking. Part of the reason for this is that progressives are often suspicious of methods that constrain the reader in their interpretation. In my book UNenlightenment I propose... Read more

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2023-05-29T14:28:35-04:00

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Do Blue Lives Really Matter: A Memorial Day Reflection

Last updated on: May 29, 2023 at 2:28 pm By Eric Scot English

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This evening (Sunday), I was driving around and could not help but notice blue lives matter flags hanging proudly next to the American flag. Whenever I see a blue lives matter slogan somewhere, it makes me cringe. I might even make a facial expression. With that said, I am, for lack of a better term, pro-police. But this is probably only because I am white. If I had darker skin, it might be a different story. 15 years ago,... Read more

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2023-05-23T13:19:39-04:00

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Why Am I Trying To Destroy The Church?

Last updated on: May 23, 2023 at 1:19 pm By Eric Scot English

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First and foremost the church needs no help from me in destroying itself. It is perfecting that activity very much on its own. I was once confronted by an evangelical friend of mine as to why I write so much against other Christians. They argued that in doing so it does nothing but hurt the church’s reputation and dissuades those who are not Christian from ever becoming one. (It is important to note that despite our many theological disagreements,... Read more

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2023-05-08T11:37:26-04:00

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5 Things Pastors Can Do For The Next Election Cycle

Last updated on: May 8, 2023 at 11:37 am By Eric Scot English

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If you have ever read the Gospel Coalition Blog you will be familiar with a writer by the name of Trevin Wax. I do not know this writer personally, I only know what I have read of his writing over the last several years. To put it mildly, I am not a fan of his. I think he is an exceptional writer, and I am sure he is a stellar person, but much of his advice revolves around issues... Read more

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