Category: Theology
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7 problems with prosperity theology
The prosperity gospel is a movement that has its origins in America about a century ago and came to greater prominence after the Second World War. It has largely grown out of pentecostalism and the Word of Faith movement. It is the idea that it is always the will of God for genuine believers to…
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Jesus and sabbath controversies
Honoring the Sabbath and keeping it Holy is in the Ten Commandments. Specifically, it’s the fourth commandment found in Exodus 20. When the command is given in Exodus, the basis for this command goes back to creation. Exodus 20:11: For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is…
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The decline of Christianity in America, and why I’m hopeful
Christianity is declining in America. New research from the Pew Research Center looks at the data and paints a picture of an even less Christianized future for America. In looking at religious trends and various demographics, Pew shows a downward of trajectory which could have Christians representing less than half of the US population in…
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Sermon: The sun and the match – John 13:18-30
Jesus is at the last supper with his disciples. In this passage, we learn that it’s Judas who will betray Jesus but – with the exception of John – the rest of the disciples are oblivious. Sermon manuscript
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A long-distance healing. Studying John 4:49-54
In John 4, a Roman official – whose son is seriously ill – comes to Jesus to see what the Lord can do. In the passage, we build up to a miraculous healing that Jesus does. In this sign, Jesus will point back to the Prophet Elijah in the Old Testament. A divine intervention John…
Josh Benner 