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About arator

Jesus is alive and the whole Bible is about Him, and I am nobody. I like to till the earth and muse over all things theological.

Diversity

Posted on May 15, 2009 by arator

iversity is good, especially in the landscape. In the church, now, the issue is a bit more complicated. I’m not even going to go there. Let me just put my theological plug in and be done with it. Then we … Continue reading →

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Lord’s Day 19

Posted on May 10, 2009 by arator

(Second Part: Of Man’s Redemption—Questions 12-85) 50. Why is it added: And sitteth at the right hand of God? Because Christ ascended into heaven for this end, that He might there appear as Head of His Church, by whom the … Continue reading →

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Remembering Mom

Posted on May 8, 2009 by arator

round these parts in May, folks are anxious to see the first offerings of the roses in the yard. To fulfill Southern tradition, in honor of their mother, one dons a rose on his or her lapel before going to … Continue reading →

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Lord’s Day 18

Posted on May 3, 2009 by arator

(Second Part: Of Man’s Redemption—Questions 12-85) 46. How dost thou understand the words: He ascended into Heaven? That Christ, in sight of His disciples, was taken up from the earth into heaven; and in our behalf there continues, until He … Continue reading →

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Rain, Rain…

Posted on May 1, 2009 by arator

Under no circumstances would I end that with “go away.” Rain in Oklahoma is a blessing almost always. It has hindered the photography, though. I almost took some shots on Tuesday, which would have been best. Other things pressed in, … Continue reading →

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Lord’s Day 17

Posted on April 26, 2009 by arator

(Second Part: Of Man’s Redemption—Questions 12-85) 45. What benefit do we receive from the Resurrection of Christ? First, by His resurrection He has overcome death, that He might make us partakers of the righteousness which by His death He has … Continue reading →

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Who Will Be Left Behind?

Posted on April 25, 2009 by arator

One Layman’s Thoughts on the End Times—Part 1 Here are some thoughts for you pre-mil types to chew on. I don’t want to argue with you. Just read the texts in their context, and try to square them with your … Continue reading →

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The Birth of a Fruit

Posted on April 24, 2009 by arator

’m not going to comment on these photos, except to say that they are all of fruit blossoms taken this Wednesday in our back yard orchard. This can be a test for you. See if you can identify the fruit … Continue reading →

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Royal Robbers

Posted on April 22, 2009 by arator

otice the set-up. I’ll contextualize it a bit for modern times: “In the absence of justice, what is government?” I’m not saying we are there (yet), and I’m not saying we are not. Justice being taken away, then, what are … Continue reading →

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Lord’s Day 16

Posted on April 19, 2009 by arator

(Second Part: Of Man’s Redemption—Questions 12-85) 40. Why was it necessary for Christ to suffer death? Because, by reason of the justice and truth of God, satisfaction for our sins could be made no otherwise than by the death of … Continue reading →

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