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There are a lot of opinions and rumors about Constantine, the Council of Nicea, and the events of the fourth century that changed Christianity to Christendom. Not only will you get the incredible story, with all its twists, plots, and intrigues, but you will find out how history is done and never wonder what is true again.-
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Tag Archives: born again
Becoming a Christian
This is the Bible study on becoming a Christian that I sent to my (very small) mailing list at RebuildingTheFoundations.com. I think it is worth posting here as well. Becoming a Christian In previous Bible studies, we have talked about … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Gospel
Tagged baptism, born again, Gospel, John 3 3, repentance, water baptism
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Living the Christian Life: Revelation and the Release of the Spirit
This post was inspired by an email I received. There’s no personal information in my response, but paragraphs that start with something like “If you’re going to fight for any teaching …” refer to points in the email I received. … Continue reading
Posted in Gospel, Holiness
Tagged born again, disputing, growing in Christ, Holiness, Matthew 5-7, release of the Spirit, sermon on the mount, sound doctrine, Watchman Nee
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That the Body of Sin Might Be Done Away With
The following is a daily devotional written by my father-in-law, Robert Maynard (no, not the former mayor of Oakland, CA). He calls it “Verse of the Day” and he sends it some co-workers and family, though he tells me he’s … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Holiness
Tagged born again, devotional, Holiness, robert maynard, sin
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Pleading for Sin and Pleading for Righteousness
A friend mentioned I hadn’t posted in nearly a month. I’ve been working on my book about the Council of Nicea. 10 chapters done, 1 chapter to write, and 9 to edit. I also have to edit the glossaries. I … Continue reading
Posted in Holiness
Tagged born again, council of nicea, Eternal Life, evildoers, george fox, good works, grace, pleading for sin, quakers, righteousness, well-doers
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Born-Again Bible Reading: A Thought for Discussion
Parsimony destroys the entire fundamentalist system. It rips their most important doctrines to shreds. Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Gospel, Modern Doctrines
Tagged bible interpretation, born again, fundamentalists, parsimony
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Except a Man Be Born Again
Have you ever wondered if someone was really a Christian? You see regular signs that they’re not. Perhaps there’s a lack of interest in obeying Christ. Perhaps there’s situations where you wonder, “Can a Christian really be that mean on … Continue reading
