ANCHORED: Hope That Holds Hebrews 6:9–20 ESV EXTRA CREDIT – Regarding the Melchizedek Priesthood: Mormon vs. Christian theology. The Latter-day Saint Theology of Two Priesthoods The Aaronic (Lesser) Priesthood The LDS Church maintains a hierarchical priesthood structure that begins with what they term the “Aaronic” or “lesser” priesthood. According to official LDS teaching materials,…
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Pascal’s Wager and The Word of God: A Theological Inquiry
Pascal’s Gambit, Biblical Salvation, and the God Who Will Not Be Bargained With A Theological Essay I. The Wager Everyone Thinks They Know Blaise Pascal is among the most fascinating figures in the history of Western thought—a prodigy who had mastered Euclid by the age of twelve, revolutionized the mathematics of probability and combinatorics, designed…
Embracing the Cross: A Challenge to the LDS Church’s Symbolic Reluctance.
Photo: Jesus Christ being nailed to the Cross. Illustrator: Gustave Doré (circa 1885) A Comprehensive Biblical and Historical Examination of the Iconography of the Cross. The crucified Jesus stands as Christianity’s central symbol of redemption, forgiveness, and eternal life—a paradoxical image that has defined the faith for two thousand years. Yet the stark contrast between…
More Than History: Why These Mormon Studies Are Equipping You for More Than Gospel Witness
Dear friends in Christ, I want to take a moment to share something that’s been on my heart regarding the series of articles I’ve been writing about Mormonism, Joseph Smith, and the Latter-day Saints movement. Some of you may have wondered why I spend so much time examining the historical details of a 19th-century religious…
A “Divine” Collaboration: How AI Helped Create the Ultimate Bible Study Tool
I’ll be honest—when I typed my detailed prompt into Claude, asking for a complete set of 66 Bible book flashcards, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I had a sample Genesis card with a specific visual style I loved: teal banners, clean infographics, those perfect little calendar and scroll icons. I wanted all 66 books…
How I use AI to evaluate just about anything “Christian” related on the Internet.
I recently saw this promotion on Facebook, linked to Bible outlines, and I clicked to find out what it was all about. It gave me an idea that I wanted to pursue. PROMPT: Are the “100 Bible Summaries” true to traditional Christian doctrine and theologically sound: https://teachsundayschool.com/i/biblesummaries/ ClaudeAI: I’ll fetch that page to review the…
A Critical Analysis of New Testament Teaching on Prayer and the Catholic Practice of Marian Devotion
The Biblical Examination of Prayer to Mary: A Scholarly Theological Analysis Introduction: The Catholic Practice of Praying to Mary Among the most distinctive features of Roman Catholic piety is the practice of praying to Mary, the mother of Jesus. This devotional tradition encompasses a rich tapestry of practices, including the recitation of the Rosary, the…
Rose Book of Bible Charts, Maps & Time Lines
“Rose Book of Bible Charts, Maps & Time Lines” is a large, full‑color reference book that visually summarizes key Bible information using reproducible charts, maps, and timelines. It is designed as a quick-reference and teaching aid for pastors, teachers, and students who want an at-a-glance overview of Scripture, biblical history, and related doctrines. Content overview…
The Sacred Text: A Comprehensive Study of Biblical Canonization and Translation
From Divine Inspiration to Modern Translation: Tracing the Journey of Scripture Through the Ages Download a PDF for printing at home: Bible Translations Introduction The Bible stands as the most influential book in human history, shaping civilizations, inspiring movements, and providing spiritual guidance to billions. Yet few understand the remarkable journey this collection of sacred…
Does A Loving God Really Send People to Hell?
Download a PDF for printing at home: The Loving God and Hell The question is usually framed like this: “How can a loving God send someone to hell?” Romans 1:18–20 lays the foundation for the answer: “The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all the godlessness and wickedness of people, who suppress…