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Attempts at Honesty

Reflections on the interplay of the Bible and Culture

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On wineskins, graves, garlic, leeks and onions

Posted on January 22, 2012 Written by Mark McIntyre 5 Comments

When a new work is started, the newness brings with it a level of discomfort. We often refer to the old system as tried-and-true, even if the results were less than optimal. The danger is that the new work will be hobbled by those who are determined … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: Bible Reflection Tagged With: Egypt, God, Gospel of Matthew, Holy Spirit, Israelites, Jesus, Moses

Grace, Truth and Difficult People

Posted on January 18, 2012 Written by Mark McIntyre 1 Comment

Grace and Truth

It may not be a universal experience, but most of us are forced to interact with a difficult person in either our personal or professional life. There are a variety of sources for the difficulty. Some are difficult because they don't perceive … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: Bible Reflection Tagged With: Bible, Christ, Christian, Christianity, Evangelism, God, Grace, Jesus, Religion and Spirituality, Truth

5 R’s for 2012 – A Lesson from the Apostle Paul

Posted on January 16, 2012 Written by Mark McIntyre 1 Comment

We are 16 days into 2012. In thinking ahead to the the rest of the year, I want to choose some Bible verses as a point of emphasis. The passage that comes to mind is found in Philippians 4:4-8: "Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice! … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: Bible Reflection Tagged With: Christ Jesus, Christianity, God, Jesus, Lord, Paul, Religion and Spirituality

On the need for the intercession of saints

Posted on January 14, 2012 Written by Mark McIntyre 1 Comment

Sister Marianne Cope

I read the article in the Huffington Post entitled Marianne Cope, Catholic Nun On The Verge Of Sainthood and I feel the need to respond. I do not have a problem with honoring those who have served God well during their lives. God does this when he … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: Bible Reflection Tagged With: Abraham, Catholic Church, God, Gospel, Huffington Post, Jesus

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