Reflections of an Undeconstructed Pentecostal
Jesus confounds Nicodemus with these words: “You must be born again.” Jesus’ insistence on new birth was not a radically new message. Rather, Jesus is speaking in continuity with the law and the prophets. Inheriting the kingdom of God requires more than natural birth; it requires supernatural birth.
There are some remarkably profound questions in the Bible. These questions are provocative and the correct answers are essential to the Christian faith. The most significant question in the Bible was asked by Jesus of his disciples:
Who do people say the Son of Man is? (Matthew 16:13).
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At first glance it would seem that former President Trump and Georgia U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock would have little in common, especially when it comes to politics and religion. In fact, it is in the (mis)practice of religion where they share a common perspective. That is, religious faith serves their politics. Both of them have corrupted the gospel of Jesus Christ for the sake of their political agendas. And, both of them have many followers who join in the political idolatry.
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