Three Streams of the Christian River Introduction I recently changed my denominational affiliation from The Episcopal Church to the Charismatic Episcopal Church. This is a relatively new church organized in the 1990s. However, it is not a “new” thing. Rather it is theologically a blending together of three older traditional understandings of Christian theology. […]
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http://The Armor of God The Armor of God. Bishop Charlse Jones CEC Ephesians 6:11-17 NASB95 Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. [12] For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against
These are not just wisdom sayings that I have heard or learned. They are the wisdom that I might say that came to me in 74 years of life. If there is anything original here I will be surprised. Jordan Peterson, one of the wisest men these days reminds us that the Oracle at Delphi
We are never to old to discover a new dimension for our faith in Jesus Christ. For example, my recent introduction to a deeper understanding of what it means to be “in Christ”! Oh I have been aware of the idea that the Church, indeed Christians of all persuasions, are “the body of Christ” with
What are Spiritual Gifts? This post is a continuation of previous post regarding the gifts of the Holy Spirit. As with the other post, I apologize for the quality of the scans. Unfortunately, I lost my digital copy of my dissertation. I hope you find this information useful and look at the other post as
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Gratitude is a positive attitude Gratitude is a positive attitude that most simply described as facing life with a thankful frame of mind. If we can approach each day seeking the good in everyone and everything our lives will have more meaning. Of course, there will be times and experiences that challenge this attitude. However,
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What are Spiritual Gifts? This is a common question often debated in the church. The following post is from my dissertation that I wrote back in the 90s. I don’t think much has changed since then. I apologize for the presentation. Unfortunately I lost my digital copy.
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Living Your Purpose I. Introduction Do remember when you were a child parents,other adults and perhaps teachers would ask “What do you want to be when you grow up?” As a teenager, you might even have asked yourself, “What am I here for?” Having a purpose is one thing that differentiates human beings from other
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Introduction It is important to know how to set goals. A goal is both simple and complex. A goal is the object of a persons interest, aim, or desired result. It can be as simple as getting dressed. It can be as complex as earning a PHD. Read on to know how to set
12 Step Programs and spirituality In the early part of the last century a revival of deep spirituality developed in England. It came to be known as The Oxford Movement. A leading proponent of this movement in the United States was an Episcopal priest and prolific author The Rev. Sam Shoemaker. As Rector of the
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