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Hope in Brokenness: The Biblical Theological Response to Addiction
In this powerful exploration of addiction through a biblical-theological lens, Jake Williams examines how the modern crisis of addiction intersects with deep spiritual truths about human nature, idolatry, and our need for divine intervention. The post offers hope by demonstrating how biblical theology provides essential frameworks for understanding and addressing addiction, while highlighting the Church's vital role in creating communities of grace where those struggling with addiction can find healing through the transformative power of the gospel.
Breaking Free: A Biblical Approach to Addiction Recovery Through Covenantal Apologetics
Jake Williams explores how we can experience true freedom from addiction through a biblical, covenantal approach that goes beyond traditional treatment methods. Discover how the church can effectively address substance dependence by applying the Ten Tenets of Covenantal Apologetics, offering hope and transformation through God's truth rather than relying solely on secular solutions.
Church Words 101 - Propitiation
I was fifteen years old when I first heard the word, “Propitiation.” You can imagine my face as the man who was discipling me broke it down syllable by syllable. Today we will be taking a dive into this word, discovering what it means, why it matters, and how we can take the concept to heart.
What’s the Difference Between Judaism and Christianity?
Jesus was Jewish. Born into a Jewish family, He grew up going to the temple and reciting the scriptures from the Torah, the first five books of the Bible. When we consider the differences between Judaism and Christianity, it is on the question of who was Jesus Christ that most Jews and Christians divide.
The Olympics and Misplaced Identity
The 2020 (in 2021) summer Olympics have officially started! For many of these athletes, they have their whole identity, value, purpose, and meaning of their life wrapped up in this one defining event. But, what does the Bible say about where our true identity is found?
What is the Difference Between General and Special Revelation?
General and Special Revelation may not seem like exciting theological topics but are exceedingly important to every single believer. Why? Because if Almighty God has revealed Himself; then He has communicated something about Himself.