theology
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Are All Believers Priests?
The Catholic catechism teaches there are two divisions of the priesthood: the “common priesthood” (normal Catholics) and the “ministerial priesthood” (clergy). However, I have found that this distinction is not common knowledge, nor is it the actual, functional mindset of most Catholics. Instead, they tend to reserve that title, calling, status and privilege to their …
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Are All Believers Saints?
I was raised Catholic, attended parochial school, participated in the sacraments and served as an altar boy. During that phase of my life, the concept of “saints” was a very familiar and intriguing subject. I never questioned if the practices of “canonizing saints” and “praying to the saints” were correct. I just accepted those ideas …
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What Happened Between the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus?
One of the greatest biblical mysteries concerns what happened between the crucifixion of the Son of God and His resurrection three days later. Very little is written in Scripture about the subterranean events that were so monumental that two earthquakes shook Jerusalem before and after that 72-hour span of time (Matt. 27:54, 28:2). Some Bible …
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5 Reasons I No Longer Pray the Rosary
Growing up as a fervent Catholic, I prayed the rosary often. In fact, I still have my original rosary in a shadow box with a picture of me in my altar boy cassock. During those formative years, running my fingers over the crucifix and 59 beads while repeating the assigned prayers was an often-recurring part …
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Noah’s Ark Controversy: Theologian’s Genesis Flood Claim Ignites Social Media Reaction
A theologian who sparked an intense social media debate when he posited the Bible’s Noah’s ark narrative was potentially speaking about a regional—and not a global—flood is now speaking out to offer further context on his theory. Gavin Ortlund, president of Truth Unites, told CBN News he initially made his argument in a highly watched …
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10 Absurd Practices in the Contemporary Apostolic Movement
The apostolic movement is considered by many to be the fastest-growing expression within the church in the world today. My book, “The Global Apostolic Movement and the Progress of the Gospel,” is among several I wrote and is considered a must-read. In some of my writings, the blessings and abuses of this movement are covered …
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‘This Is a Gospel Issue’: Fired Christian Professor Speaks Out
A theology lecturer in the U.K. who was reportedly fired from his job at a Christian college over a tweet about biblical sexuality is suing to raise awareness and stop similar instances from unfolding. Dr. Aaron Edwards was removed from Cliff College in Derbyshire, England, last March after he sent a tweet defending traditional marriage, …
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Beware These 10 Heretical Views Regarding Jesus
Having a biblical view of Jesus during this Christmas season is essential. Unfortunately, many people in Christianity have erroneous concepts: Some think He was a created being, some think He was just a good teacher, some think He was fully divine and not human and some believe He was fully human and not God. Jesus …
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Morning Rundown: Why Are So Many Celebrities Suddenly Becoming Christians?
Here’s a quick rundown of the top stories on mycharisma.com: Why Are So Many Celebrities Suddenly Becoming Christians? In recent months, a number of high profile individuals have made headlines by deciding to give their lives to Christ. So exactly what in the world is going on here? Is this the beginning of a new …
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Do You Believe in the ‘Immaculate Conception’ of Mary?
Since the Bible does not specifically speak of the immaculate conception of Mary, I have rarely encountered it, considered it or even postulated about it. Raised as an evangelical-Pentecostal Protestant, I was not accustomed to even hearing, let alone reciting, the Hail Mary (in Latin, Ave Maria) prayer. Therefore I was somewhat surprised to recently …
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Why There Must Be a Place Called Hell
Why must there be a place called hell? Why does it have to exist? People are offended, believing that God sends basically good people to eternal torment in hell. Many people are actually angry at God because they cannot reconcile this issue. They create a God who is only loving and don’t grasp that He …
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Morning Rundown: An Honest Question for Critics of the New Apostolic Reformation
Here’s a quick rundown of the top stories on mycharisma.com: An Honest Question for Critics of the New Apostolic Reformation This article is not meant to provoke or insult or demean or antagonize or gaslight. Instead, it is meant to help readers understand why I continue to say that the New Apostolic Reformation of the …
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What John Calvin Got Wrong About the Restoration of the Kingdom
The book of Acts records that, after the resurrection of Jesus, He appeared to the apostles “over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God” (Acts 1:3c, NIV). This was in addition to the three-plus years they had spent with Him before His crucifixion, sitting at His feet and drinking in …
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Top of the Week: Could Scientists Really Have Found Noah’s Ark?
Following are snippets of the top stories posted over the past week on mycharisma.com. We encourage you to visit the links to read the stories in full. Could Scientists Really Have Found Noah’s Ark? Scientists excavating a large boat-shaped mound in the eastern mountains of Turkey have announced their tests on the rock and soil …
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Top of the Week: Could Scientists Really Have Found Noah’s Ark?
Following are snippets of the top stories posted over the past week on mycharisma.com. We encourage you to visit the links to read the stories in full. Could Scientists Really Have Found Noah’s Ark? Scientists excavating a large boat-shaped mound in the eastern mountains of Turkey have announced their tests on the rock and soil …
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