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  • A Foolish Idolatry

    These things indeed have an appearance of wisdom in self-imposed religion, false humility, and neglect of the body, but are of no value against the indulgence of the flesh. Colossians 2:23 NKJV Wisdom – “Knowledge is power.” That’s what they say. But the biblical view is different. The accumulation of knowledge is a dangerous thing.  …

  • The Necessity of Desire

    When the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was desirable to make one wise, she took from its fruit and ate; and she gave also to her husband with her, and he ate.  Genesis 3:6  NASB When – Suppose…

  • Heart-Less

    And I set my mind to know wisdom and to know madness and folly; I realized that this also is striving after wind.  Ecclesiastes 1:16  NJPS Mind – When were you last in the Garden, standing in front of that Tree?  You know, the one that promises knowledge, that tempts you to think you can…

  • Graduate Degrees

    The law of the LORD is perfect, restoring the soul; the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. Psalm 19:7 Making Wise the Simple – They are prominently displayed on my office wall.  Five degrees and a certificate for Alpha Kappa Sigma.  Marks of academic achievement from prestigious institutions.  But none of…