Does Evangelical Christianity Cause Emotional Damage? Part 1

February 26, 2013 By 10 Comments
KneelingAtTheCross

by Bruce Gerencser Evangelical Christianity teaches that humans are, by nature, sinners. Humans do not become sinners, they are sinners. Humans are born with a sin nature. From the very moment they come into this world they are sinners. This is the lot of

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Quoting Quiverfull: Protecting The Sanctuary?

February 26, 2013 By 7 Comments
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by Doug Wilson in his book “For a Glory and a Covering” page 48 “A husband must also be vigilant to protect his wife from spiritual harm. This is what Adam failed to do in the garden, and what Jesus faithfully did for us. A priest is one who guards and protects the sanctuary, and [...]

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