"God's Battle Plan for the Mind" is a book written by David Saxton about the Puritan Practice of Meditation. Although this book was written in 2020, I have recently been reading some of the old Puritan writings, especially by John Owens, and have been very blessed by their writings. I was impressed by their commitment… Continue reading God’s Battle Plan for the Mind
Tag: Scripture
False Premises
This is a list of erroneous or false premises commonly used to support false conclusions about Biblical topics. Using mental rationalization to support a premise, e.g. We have the written Bible in electronic form today, therefore, certain practices or exhortations for evangelism are no longer necessary or relevant. Citing historical assumptions, conclusions, and opinions, e.g.… Continue reading False Premises
Word of Wisdom
“Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. To one there is given through the Spirit a message of wisdom, to another a message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit,” (1 Corinthians 12:7-8) I received a message of wisdom just the other day. Wisdom is the… Continue reading Word of Wisdom
Pass Time or Spirit Time
We like to play games, they engage our minds with possibilities that are constrained by rules. These can become addictive or habit forming as an escape from inactivity or boredom. I was thinking about scripture and whether it could become a solution to the lure of phone games. It may be misguided to turn scripture… Continue reading Pass Time or Spirit Time
Reading the Bible
However, whenever, with whatever approach, or state of mind at that time, this is the way to read the Bible. I have shared that I often just open the Bible (in book format) and start reading. I might read the whole chapter, one verse, or skip again after some reading, but I most often hear… Continue reading Reading the Bible
The Scriptures – Our Firm Foundation
"All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work." II Timothy 3:16-17. "The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; The testimony of the Lord is sure,… Continue reading The Scriptures – Our Firm Foundation
