Author Archives: miykaeljb

…Or, The Importance of Squashing those Big Stumbling Blocks in Life. Like the Greek and Roman mythological figures in Christ’s day, we too have our idols that have been attributed with many god-like qualities. In fact, we have in our … Continue reading →

Well, it seems that Christmas came early this year via two gifts from the brethren @ PBC – 1. A – T.U.L.I.P. Tree Ornament: Many thanks to Scott and Amanda for their PERSEVERANCE in finding three lovely silk tulips and … Continue reading →

When the Lord redeemed me in 1982, I remember being like a child in a toy store – I was so joyful to be surrounded by the abundance of His grace and the riches of His truth that I realized … Continue reading →

The modern controversies over “Happy Holidays,” “Merry Christmas” and “Seasons Greatings” have reached a fever pitch. In Sacramento, as many as 50 protesters visited a local Wal Mart in order to protest the store’s failure to use the term “Christmas” … Continue reading →

I think that it’s fascinating that the Savior warned us about the leaven of the Pharisees (Parushim), rather than the leaven of the Chaberim. I’m sure that you’ve thought that too. Who were the Chaberim, and why bring it up? … Continue reading →

There has been a recent discussion concerning the advocacy of continuationism – which teaches that the Apostolic sign gifts are still present with us today. The forms of this teaching will vary, but the sign gifts that are normally thought … Continue reading →

In his introduction to Dave Hunt’s book “What Love Is This?” Tim Layhaye offers his praise and commendations for a work which confronts that “dreadful doctrine like Calvinism,” referring to the ancient doctrines of sovereign grace as “the false God … Continue reading →

This is a very sad post – one that is hard to believe in one way, but is somewhat predictable in some other ways. Earlier, in The Laodicean Legacy Part I, I said that churches have become religious entertainment centers, … Continue reading →

I began the series “The Laodicean Legacy” with a quote from Mr. Bill Hybels, and then later from Cally Parkinson, a spokeswoman for Willow Creek Community Church, as follows: Hybels: “There [used to be] a barricade mentality, a let’s huddle … Continue reading →

This is from a resource that was given to me years ago – what are the real names of these songs? 1. Move hitherward the entire assembly of those who are loyal in their belief. 2. Listen, the celestial messengers … Continue reading →