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Preface: The Torah Of Jesus
The following is my first draft of the preface of my fifth book, “The Torah of Jesus.” This book will probably find its most receptive readers among those who are dissatisfied with simplistic questions, such as whether the Torah is … Continue reading
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Did Jesus Fulfill and Therefore Abolish the Torah?
“Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. (Matthew 5:17 ESV) The Definition of Fulfill Here’s how Thayer’s Greek Lexicon defines the use … Continue reading
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What Paul Said: Bonhoeffer’s Cheap Grace
Why Repentance Is Enabled, Not Caused This study examines a basic question in Pauline theology: Does grace cause repentance, or does it enable repentance? I argue that grace enables repentance; it does not cause it. God calls for repentance, but … Continue reading
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AI – A Fear of Our Own Making
I asked Grok, arguably the most powerful LLM in existence today, to evaluate an essay I wrote about how a fear of our own making drives Christians to decry the use of Artificial Intelligence. The title of the Essay is: … Continue reading
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What Does Born Again Mean
What did Jews of the early first century CE understand the phrase “born again” to mean? Many evangelical Christians today believe that being “born again” refers to a one-time moment when a person accepts Jesus as their savior. But is … Continue reading
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What Exactly Is the “Kingdom” of God?
The Kingdom of God/Heaven The word “kingdom” is a very common and important word in the Bible. Its use is probably most familiar to Christians from Jesus’ announcements that the Kingdom of God is near, or words to that effect. … Continue reading
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The Bible and Parenting
The Bible and Parenting God has an abundance of good advice for parents. Advice that, when properly understood, is priceless. However, many of these texts have been corrupted by time and eisegesis – adding what we think God meant according … Continue reading
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Welcome
Welcome to As It Was Written, a space dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of religious history through a non-denominational Judeo-Christian lens. As an author and researcher, I’m thrilled to share this platform with you, where we can delve into the … Continue reading
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