So that you don't miss the point, or the satire, or the sarcasm, let me say at the outset what this article is about. This article is a biblical defence of indefensible language, comments that pierce the heart and judgements that appear, by our standards, to be less than … [Read more...] about In Defence of Skubalon
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Jesus, Lost Property
Jesus received sinners and Israel's shepherds, the Pharisees, didn't. In their defence, the law of God does tell us to steer clear of certain sinners and it tells the unclean to steer clear of everyone. The problem is not with the law, but with shepherds whose eyes are always on … [Read more...] about Jesus, Lost Property
Jesus, Repentance or Rage
It was the feast of dedication (Hanukkah) and Jesus was walking around the temple. The people were asking, "If you are the Christ, tell us plainly" (John 10:22). Jesus replied that He had told them and that the works He had done in His Father's name were the evidence, but they … [Read more...] about Jesus, Repentance or Rage
Sheep Spotting
"How long will you keep us in suspense? If you are the Christ, tell us plainly.” (John 10:1-24). Here, we have the universal excuse of all who are perishing: “Why wasn’t I told?” The question may be sincere, and most believers want to give a sincere answer, but there is a trap … [Read more...] about Sheep Spotting
