“Paraclete” in Ancient Secular, Jewish, and Christian Texts
Was paraclete a military term as some claim? I look at ancient Greek texts to see how the word was used outside and within the New Testament.
January 20, 2024
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Category: The Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit as Mother in Early Syriac Texts
In early Syriac texts (2nd–4th centuries), the Holy Spirit and even God are described using feminine and maternal imagery. In this article, I quote from these texts.
March 31, 2023
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The Holy Spirit and Masculine Pronouns in John’s Gospel
Did the author of John’s Gospel break grammar rules and use masculine pronouns in John 14–16 to masculinise and personalise the Holy Spirit?
January 24, 2023
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Shekinah: God’s Immanent Presence
What does “shekinah” mean for Christians? Is this concept in the Bible? What, if anything, does “shekinah” tell us about God’s gender?
May 14, 2022
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The Holy Spirit and Eve as Helpers
The role of the Holy Spirit as helper (given in John’s Gospel) does not inform our understanding of Eve as helper/ ezer (in Genesis 2), and vice versa. Here’s why.
August 1, 2019
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Distinct Roles in the Trinity and in Marriage? (John 5:18-30)
Does the Trinity model distinct roles and separate spheres? Is there hierarchy and subordination in the Divine?
July 10, 2014
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Boldness and Humility in God’s Presence
We don’t need to be fearful of God’s Presence. We can come to him openly and honestly, assured of salvation and our relationship with him.
June 29, 2013
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Equality and Unity in Ministry: 1 Corinthians 12
In this article, I look at Paul’s statements of equality and unity in ministry from 1 Corinthians chapter 12, including his instruction to give more honour to those lacking it.
March 30, 2013
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The Portrayal of Women in the Bible and Biblical Inspiration
One of the reasons I trust the unique inspiration of the Bible is because of what it says about women, or, more to the point, what it doesn’t say about women.
September 7, 2012
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The Holy Spirit and Equality in the Book of Acts
The Book of Acts bears testimony to the Holy Spirit’s roles as the great energiser and equaliser in the first decades of the church. The Spirit continues to foster equality and my aim is to work with the Spirit.
August 28, 2012
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Phoebe Palmer: The Mother of the Holiness Movement
Phoebe Palmer was the most influential woman in the American Methodist Church at a time when it was the largest Christian denomination in America. Her adult life was full of astonishing achievements in ministry.
June 10, 2011
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“Nous”: Using your Spiritual Noggin
Ever heard of the theological concept of “nous”? I decided to write a few lines about it.
April 19, 2011
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Speaking in Tongues and Xenoglossia
Here is an overview of scriptures that mention speaking in tongues with a very brief account of the beginning of the Pentecostal Movement which began in 1900. And I describe my personal experience with xenoglossia.
March 30, 2011
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Being Filled with the Spirit
In this article, I give a theological & biblical overview of being filled with the Spirit, as well as my personal experience of being filled with the Spirit.
February 5, 2011
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The Fullness of Christ
God doesn’t want us to be content with a lack lustre Christianity. He wants us to be partakers of his divine nature (2 Pet. 1:3-4) and live lives enriched and empowered by the fullness of Christ.
July 10, 2010
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Some Thoughts on Prayer
Prayer is a powerful and intimate connection with God, and too vital to ignore. Here are some of my thoughts on prayer.
October 26, 2009
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What happens when you become a Christian?
When you decide to become a Christian, some amazing things happen.
September 17, 2009
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Following Jesus, Led by the Holy Spirit
Now that Jesus is in heaven and the Spirit has been sent as his replacement, following Jesus means being led by the Spirit.
September 8, 2009
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