I recently came accross the Wikipedia article on the “Historical Reliability of the Acts of the Apostles,” which was an interesting read with an obvious slant in favor of the presupposition Luke’s work is unhistorical.Acts 5:36-37 is one of the article’s alleged problematic passages, which tells of a Pharisee named Gamaliel saying, “For some time ago Theudas … Continue reading Is Gamaliel’s Mention of Theudas and Judas the Galliean an Error?
INCEPTION – A Dream within a Dream within a Dream…
Inception (Warner Brothers)1 is great mind bending science fiction thrill ride that came about at the last minute when I began to wonder “are there any good movies coming out this summer?” It is about a team of thieves led by Dom Cobb (Leonardo DiCaprio) whom use technology to enter into the minds of others … Continue reading INCEPTION – A Dream within a Dream within a Dream…
A LAMP TO MY FEET AND A LIGHT TO MY PATH
Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path. I have sworn and I will confirm it, That I will keep Your righteous ordinances. I am exceedingly afflicted; Revive me, O LORD, according to Your word. O accept the freewill offerings of my mouth, O LORD, And teach me Your … Continue reading A LAMP TO MY FEET AND A LIGHT TO MY PATH
HOMOSEXAULITY IS NOT A NATURE BUT A BEHAVIOR
As I’m watching and reading news reports on the public reaction to US District Judge Vaughn Walker’s ruling to overturn California’s ban on gay marriage on the basis that Proposition 8 violates rights of individuals provided for in the 14th Amendment, I find one of the driving assumptions held by those opposing the law is … Continue reading HOMOSEXAULITY IS NOT A NATURE BUT A BEHAVIOR
GLENN BECK AND COLLECTIVE SALVATION?
Glenn Beck is a popular author, media personality on the FOX News Channel, brainchild of the 9/12 Project,1 and a devout Mormon. In an interview with Deseret News, Beck stated, “I presently serve as a ward missionary, elder’s quorum teacher and serve with my wife in the stake’s addiction-recovery program.”2 Beck’s views on faith and … Continue reading GLENN BECK AND COLLECTIVE SALVATION?