Tag Archives: higher meaning

Higher level “bruising”

Posted on May 10, 2013 by

According to scientist/theologian Emanuel Swedenborg, Holy Scripture (God’s Word) contains several distinct levels of meaning. Swedenborg even wrote many volumes of work to provide an abundance of evidence that the words of the sacred narratives within the Holy Bible actually … Continue reading →

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Where Jesus and pagans agree

Posted on April 14, 2013 by

My memory fails me at the moment, but I believe the phrase “Know Thyself” is attributed to the ancient Greek philosopher, Socrates. Greek philosophers were considered pagans. When Jesus came into the world, He was adamant that we humans were … Continue reading →

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Jesus and Jelly Beans

Posted on March 30, 2013 by

As I am sitting on my big, fluffy easy chair and stuffing my face with jelly beans, I suddenly realize that I can celebrate Easter just through my chewing action. You see, as a follower of the unique theological ideas … Continue reading →

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Religious leaders are spiritual chefs

Posted on March 9, 2013 by

Spiritual leaders do for the soul what restaurant chefs do for the stomach. And it is no accident that mental learning and physical eating can share similar terms—like ruminating, swallowing whole, chewing on something or tasting something. The word appetite … Continue reading →

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Creation, Christmas and the Second Coming all teach the same thing!

Posted on December 11, 2012 by

In the Old Testament, God begins creation by bringing light into the world. In the New Testament, Jesus comes into the world as a light for the human race. In Revelation, The Lord returns in the “clouds.” In each case … Continue reading →

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Jesus was also born in a school classroom

Posted on December 9, 2012 by

When I was a young lad, the two things I liked best about Christmas were the gifts and getting time off from school. This all changed, especially the school part, when I grew up—and came upon the unique theological writings … Continue reading →

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You can lead a horse to water but you can’t make him drink it.

Posted on October 17, 2012 by

Almost everyone in America has heard this phrase. And, almost everyone sees it as representing wise advice, highly relevant to human life. In other words, its message is not literal (with only horse owners in mind) but rather, is a … Continue reading →

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Finding one’s “inner” Cyclops

Posted on September 12, 2012 by

Ancient mythology no longer serves the needs of our post-modern and scientific society. In fact, the modern human psyche and intellect can no longer recognize any relevant lessons from such fantastic stories. However, these seemingly nonsensical tales from the past … Continue reading →

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Are there Bibles in heaven?

Posted on May 3, 2012 by

Once upon a time there was a physicist named Pete who was reading the Bible. From respect, he decided to treat it without preconceived notions or prejudice. He sincerely wanted to determine if any of its truth claims could be … Continue reading →

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Bible interpretation and reverse entropy

Posted on April 24, 2012 by

It is estimated that over 6 billion copies of the Bible have been sold. The same report also suggests that the Bible is slowly losing its popularity with post-modern thinkers. Even theologians are struggling over the radical relativity and pluralism … Continue reading →

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