Telescopic Macrocosmos
Published 9-7-2015 When I taught astronomy I favored the naked eye approach in my classroom. What could be seen with the naked eye? What could we learn by observing and interpreting the skies without a telescope? Students responded favorably to visual stimuli in order to discover the nature of sky object movement, including the movements…
Read MoreYes or No to Jesus
Robby Gallaty August 30, 2015 Message, Robby Gallaty, Senior Pastor Will you say “yes” to Jesus when the world says “no.” Last week, we saw a man who was healed by Peter and John. He was a lame man from birth, a 40 year old man. And they saw this miraculous thing happen by the…
Read MoreViolent Cosmic Crash
Published 8-31-2015 We confess to our use of an attention-getting blog title. Instead of “Four Theories of Moon Formation” we believe our chosen title engages readers with the currently best explanation of how Earth’s Moon was formed. This is known as the giant impact hypothesis. Some may object to our discussion with the rejoinder that…
Read MoreA Study of Theology II – Part 4
THEOLOGICAL DICTIONARY Hamartiology Sin 1 Peter 3:19-20 A Study of Theology II Part 3 (Dr. Thomas Figart) Even before creation, the Three Persons of the Godhead established what is designated as “the eternal purpose” of God. This included the possibility of sin as well as the remedy for sin. A Study of Theology II…
Read MoreA Study of Theology II – Part 3
THEOLOGICAL DICTIONARY Anthropology Genesis 1-3 A Study of Theology II – Part 3 (Dr. Thomas Figart) We have already discussed the creation of angels on the first day of creation week, and how some fell from their holy estate to follow after Satan. Vegetation (including trees) was created on the third day, followed by flying…
Read MoreA Study of Theology II – Part 2
THEOLOGICAL DICTIONARY Angelology Fallen Angels Matthew 12:29-30 A Study of Theology II – Part 2 (Dr. Thomas Figart) Who is the “strong man” of Matthew 12:29-30? What is the destiny of fallen angels? A Study of Theology II – Part 2 Dr. Thomas Figart Angelology: The Study of Angels (con’t) Third: The Principle…
Read MoreA Study of Theology III – Part 7
THEOLOGICAL DICTIONARY Theology Nature of Christ John 1:29 A Study of Theology III – Part 7 (Dr. Thomas Figart) Dr. Figart continues his study of the Nature of Christ. A Study of Theology III – Part 7 Dr. Thomas Figart The Saviour (con’t) The Death of Christ, a Substitution for Sinners. The idea…
Read MoreA Study of Theology III – Part 6
THEOLOGICAL DICTIONARY Theology Nature of Christ Isaiah 7:14 A Study of Theology III – Part 6 (Dr. Thomas Figart) Dr. Figart continues his study of the Nature of Christ. A Study of Theology III – Part 6 Dr. Thomas Figart The Saviour (con’t) Hypostatic Union of the two Natures in Christ. Definition: “Hypostatic”…
Read MoreA Study of Theology III – Part 4
THEOLOGICAL DICTIONARY Jesus Incarnation Jeremiah 22:24-30 A Study of Theology III – Part 4 (Dr. Thomas Figart) The Incarnation of the Son of God includes everything from his birth through his ascension. A Study of Theology III – Part 4 Dr. Thomas Figart The Saviour (con’t) The Incarnation of the Son of…
Read MoreA Study of Theology III – Part 3
THEOLOGICAL DICTIONARY Christology Genesis 3:1-6 Theology III – Part 3 (Dr. Thomas Figart) In this installment, more information about the character of Jesus, and some false ideas about who He is. A Study of Theology III – Part 2 By Dr. Thomas Figart The Saviour (con’t) The Preincarnate Son of God and Salvation…
Read More