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Jul 13, 2026 12:51 PM America/Chicago

"Demons": Chapters 3/4, on the original rebel

The Old Testament usage of the word Satan may be surprising to many. How did it come to be a proper name for one particular fallen angel in the New Testament?

Jul 12, 2026 4:08 PM America/Chicago

5 Roles Christ Fulfilled in his Incarnation

We highlight the theological importance of the Incarnation, by pointing out that, without it, Christ could not be the Author of Salvation; the Brother who welcomes us; the Model of Faith; the Deliverer from death; or the merciful and faithful High Priest.

Jul 5, 2026 4:43 PM America/Chicago

Image and Dominion, Hebrews 2:5-10

What does it mean that we are made in God's image? What is a steward? What happens when nations reject Christ's rule? Is there a plan for bringing them back? All this and more in today's sermon.

Jul 3, 2026 4:24 PM America/Chicago

"Demon" Book #3, chapters 1 and 2

Joined by my wife, Joyce, we continued to discuss Hebrew terminology for dark forces, and then summarized Heiser's take on the New Testament's use of "demon" as a sort of catch-all term.

Jun 28, 2026 3:41 PM America/Chicago

Don't Drift Away, Hebrews 2:1-4

The first warning of several to come in Hebrews. A sobering but encouraging call to press on.

Jun 23, 2026 7:54 AM America/Chicago

"Demons" : Terminology, part One

We got about halfway through Chapter One, looking at the term Elohim, then several terms for the Dead and the Realm of the Dead; and territorial spirits. This stuff opened a can of worms in my own thinking.

Jun 19, 2026 3:49 PM America/Chicago

"Demons" book: Introduction

Gordan begins an exciting new series, a chapter-by-chapter review of Dr. Michael Heiser's book, "Demons: What the Bible Really Says about the Powers of Darkness". Get in on the ground floor as we work our way through this provocative demonology.

May 31, 2026 5:40 PM America/Chicago

After Moses: 3 Witnesses, Deut 31

Moses is about to die, but God will not leave the nation without spiritual witness-leaders. With the advantage of many centuries behind us, we can see that although these were good and helpful they were ultimately not enough to keep the people from fallin

May 10, 2026 9:49 PM America/Chicago

Rock-bottom doesn't have to be a Dead-End, Deuteronomy 30:1-10

Moses invites Israel to realize that God's grace will be available to them even if they should fail. Even if their rebellion lands them in horrible circumstances, the way of repentance and restoration will be open to them. But will they be able to choose

May 3, 2026 7:26 PM America/Chicago

God wants a clean community of worshippers, Deuteronomy 29:10-29

Moses gathers the nation and then speaks to the individual's heart in this passage, warning against the bitterness of idolatry (Wormwood) and against thinking you'll be okay , even though your sin is cursed. God is after a clean, transformed community of

Apr 27, 2026 7:41 AM America/Chicago

Why we keep on telling the stories, Deut. 29:1-10

Moses begins to renew or reconfirm the covenant with the nation and reminds them of God's amazing works on their behalf. He does this a lot. A lot! Moses repeats himself a lot. But when he says that God has not given Israel eyes to see or ears to hear, th

Feb 1, 2026 7:31 PM America/Chicago

The Amalekite Problem

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