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A Practical Postmillennialism, Eschatology Kendall Lankford A Practical Postmillennialism, Eschatology Kendall Lankford

The Bright Hope of Defeatism: A Critique Of Historic Premillennialism

In our latest article, we critically examine the doctrine of Historic Premillennialism, revealing its inadequacies and how it contributes to a defeatist stance in the Church. Our discussion aims to pave the way for a more empowering, Biblically-grounded eschatology that energizes the Church for active mission and cultural engagement.

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The Nature of Responsibility

“Responsibility is an often overlooked aspect of leadership. This post looks at the nature of both individual and shared responsibility as they relate to leadership, using David as an example to emulate.”

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A Practical Postmillennialism: An Interview With Gary Demar

In this series, called "A Practical Postmillennialism," I will be diving into what postmillennialism is and what it means for our lives. I will be looking at how the Bible promises God's victory and how that victory works itself out in every aspect of your life. This series will show you how to live in light of a robust, theological optimism that will seep into who you are as a man, woman, mom, dad, churchman, and member of a rotting and decaying society that needs Jesus. Today we interview Gary Demar!

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The Corporate Nature of the Covenant

When we look at the covenants in Scripture, we often focus on the individuals who received them, but all of the covenants are actually very corporate in nature which has major implications for us today. This post looks at the way God makes covenants with entire families throughout many generations and how that flies in…

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The Wrath Of A Righteous God

"In understanding God's righteous anger, we grasp the depth of Christ's sacrifice. His atonement on the cross, where divine justice and mercy meet, reveals a love profound enough to absorb the wrath we deserved, offering us peace and reconciliation."

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Getting Through The Old Testament Doldrums

Many Christians start the year with a resolution to read through the entire Bible, but those plans often stall somewhere early in the Old Testament when they hit “the doldrums”. This post aims to help people not only get through them but also profit from them.

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Defeating Defeatism: A Critique of the Dispensational View

In this series, called "A Practical Postmillennialism," I will be diving into what postmillennialism is and what it means for our lives. I will be looking at how the Bible promises God's victory and how that victory works itself out in every aspect of your life. This series will show you how to live in light of a robust, theological optimism that will seep into who you are as a man, woman, mom, dad, churchman, and member of a rotting and decaying society that needs Jesus. Today we tackle dispensational defeatism.

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God Revealed In Our Terms

Have you ever wondered why the Bible says God has flaring nostrils, wings like a mother hen, and a right arm of power? Well, join us as we delve into the world of anthropomorphisms, understanding a unique lens through which we can grow in our appreciation, adoration, and imitation of God.

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Pressing Toward The Goal: A Biblical Approach To Fitness

“With the new year approaching and with it the numerous resolutions to “get in shape” or lose weight, we need to have biblical perspective on fitness and health that will help us not only pursue them for the right reasons but also aid us in actually achieving those resolutions.”

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A Practical Postmillennialism (NEW SERIES)

In this series, called "A Practical Postmillennialism," I will be diving into what postmillennialism is and what it means for our lives. I will be looking at how the Bible promises God's victory and how that victory works itself out in every aspect of your life. This series will show you how to live in light of a robust, theological optimism that will seep into who you are as a man, woman, mom, dad, churchman, and member of a rotting and decaying society that needs Jesus.

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The Apocalyptic Christmas

"Explore a riveting twist on the Christmas story with 'The Apocalyptic Christmas,' where celestial battles and cosmic symbolism from Revelation 12 redefine the holiday's meaning. Dive into a narrative where a radiant woman, a formidable dragon, and a child destined to rule nations transform Christmas into a scene of divine drama and victory. This blog invites you to witness Christmas not just as a serene nativity, but as a pivotal moment in a grand cosmic saga, challenging and deepening your understanding of this beloved season."

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How Should We Regard Mary?

“In this Advent season, we celebrate the glory of the Incarnation of Jesus Christ, that He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit in the womb of a virgin named Mary. The wonder of it all makes it easy to adopt erroneous views of Mary. This post examines Mary as she is portrayed…”

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Merry Christmas… This Means War!

“He was bringing war because this old world had fallen into bitter, soul-crushing slavery to an evil dragon. A serpent of great beguiling who tricked our only king into trading in his scepter for over-tight handcuffs... His crown for rusty chains. On that first Christmas morning, after legions of failed men who came before Him, the heaven-sent God-Man was born the royal Man-King. Delivered as a helpless babe to deliver and set the helpless free.”

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Was Jesus Really Born of a Virgin?

At the center of the Incarnation of Jesus Christ that we celebrate in this Advent season is the the virgin birth. Some who see science and Scripture as contradictory deny this doctrine, but in this post we will see that it is clearly taught in Scripture and absolutely essential for our salvation.

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The Second Coming As Foretold In The Book of Acts

“May you never waste your days trying to figure out blood moons, marks of the beast, or the identity of the Antichrist. May you, instead, spend your ever-waking moments serving the King who brought this end-time Kingdom to the world. You belong to His Kingdom as a soldier of Christ because of Christ and Christ alone. Now, use your fleeting days to serve and praise Him! “

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The Importance of Church Membership

“Our society has a major problem committing to anything, so it is unsurprising that American Christians have trouble committing to the local church. This post looks at the scriptural and practical necessity of church membership so we can restore it to its rightful place of prominence in the American church.”

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Love the Sinner. Hate the movement.

“ If you are soft on these movements, you are complicit with the war crimes of demons, and you are a reviler of the humanity you claim to love. Our job is to love the sinner enough to call them to repentance. And to hate the movements that accost them.”

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An Oracle For A King

“If you had to boil down all the wisdom necessary to help a young leader to lead well, what would you say? Proverbs 31:1-9 gives the answer to that question in the form of an oracle to a young king by his wise mother written three thousand years ago. Modern leaders in all spheres would…”

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