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Does Numbers 14:18 Contradict Ezekiel 18:20?

"‘The Lord is slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love, forgiving iniquity and transgression, but he will by no means clear the guilty, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children, to the third and the fourth generation.’" Numbers 14:18 "The soul who sins shall die. The son shall not suffer for the… Continue reading Does Numbers 14:18 Contradict Ezekiel 18:20?

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Is “God, the Holy Spirit and Jesus” an adequate way of naming the three hypostases (persons) of the Trinity?

In short, no. Many Christians tend to (wrongly) call only the Father, God, as if that's the name of the Father only. I grew up doing the same thing. I think that is also part of the reason I had so much trouble believing Jesus was God. But Jesus is God! (See the entire New… Continue reading Is “God, the Holy Spirit and Jesus” an adequate way of naming the three hypostases (persons) of the Trinity?

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Did the blood of animal sacrifices ever provide forgiveness? (Comparing Hebrews 10 and Leviticus 4)

I was asked this question today and thought I would share my answer. "Reading the Hebrews 10:1-4 section which clearly states that animal sacrifice could not remove sin. This surprised me. I went back to Leviticus 4 where it says in several verses after the priest lays hands on, kills the animal, and sprinkles the… Continue reading Did the blood of animal sacrifices ever provide forgiveness? (Comparing Hebrews 10 and Leviticus 4)

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Matt Asks: “Can I just walk in … and get married by an ordained minister?”

Matt asks: Hey Eric I have a random question for you! I know your religious and I am getting married soon. We are planning on just Vegas civil marriage because it is cost effective and easier. I was thinking about a church instead. They are everywhere but we are not members of any.. I guess… Continue reading Matt Asks: “Can I just walk in … and get married by an ordained minister?”