Warren Nozaki Apologetics, Bible, Christ, Eschatology, Ethics, Suffering, Theology

What Can We Learn about Life and the Afterlife from Lazarus and the Rich Man?

The parable of Lazarus and the rich man reminds us that what we do in the present counts for all eternity, and such is especially true when it comes to our stewardship of what God has given to us. Compassion and generosity are virtues that are to be cultivated for people bound for glory. But beware of being consumed by greed and gluttony to the extent that one would disregard divine revelation and even disbelieve calls to repent from the one who has risen from the dead.

Warren Nozaki Apologetics, Bible, Old Testament, Resurrection, Suffering, Theology

Suffering, Vindication, and Resurrection from the Book of Job

I am listening to a reading of the Book of Job. Job was a man from Uz who suffered greatly. Bandits robbed him of his property. A storm felled the house that crushed his sons and daughters to death during supper. His body became riddled with loathsome, unpleasant, and painful sores. His three friends—Eliphaz, Bildad, … Continue reading Suffering, Vindication, and Resurrection from the Book of Job

Warren Nozaki Bible, Christ, God, Philosophy, Salvation, Soul Food, Suffering, Theology

Who are the blessed? Beatitudes and Woes From Jesus

Who are the blessed? The word “blessed” generally refers to being a “privileged recipient of divine favor.” [1] Conversely, an experience of “woe” is “pain or displeasure,” so the exclamation in the midst of crisis, “alas!” [2] Well, some might suppose the blessed are those who got it made. They have money to pay the … Continue reading Who are the blessed? Beatitudes and Woes From Jesus