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LTMFS Part 13: Baptism, Books, and Holiness

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LTMFS Part 13: Baptism, Books, and Holiness

16 years ago today, I wrote this in my journal: I realized while reading Colossians 2:12 that I need to be baptized again. I didn't fully grasp the meaning before. I may do it at the church in Broken Arrow. I like the pastor and all, but it's an hour drive and my brother's van … [Read more...]

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7 Reasons God is a Terrible Writer

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7 Reasons God is a Terrible Writer

It's often said that the fastest way to turn Christians into atheists is to have them read the Bible cover to cover. The atrocities committed by God and his chosen people, the bizarre rituals, the vague prophecies, the blatant contradictions, the primitive morals, and the … [Read more...]

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LTMFS Part 12: Spiritual Growth and Arrogance

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LTMFS Part 12: Spiritual Growth and Arrogance

16 years ago today, I wrote this in my journal: I've read several books and have discovered that I really like Andrew Murray and Francis Schaeffer. I also got a couple of D.L. Moody books and a lot by C.S. Lewis. Some of these are a bit advanced for me, but I like a challenge. … [Read more...]

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If Atheism is a Religion…

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If Atheism is a Religion…

Here's a common theistic claim that makes me want to punch my computer: Atheism is a religion. This is very strange considering atheism doesn't have any features normally associated with religion--things like creeds, holy books, moral codes, origin myths, prayers, prophecies, and … [Read more...]

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LTMFS Part 11: Agenticity and Companionship

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LTMFS Part 11: Agenticity and Companionship

16 years ago today, I wrote this in my journal: I put in my two weeks notice yesterday and I'm looking forward to leaving. This city is evil. God's been working things out for me. We found a truck for $2200, but it was dying and shaking a lot on the way home. We even had to … [Read more...]

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