Tag: Bible

Liturgical Rhythms & Seasons Spiritual Formation

Eucharist: Becoming the “Real Presence”

By Elizabeth | by Elizabeth

I should receive the sacraments by faith in Christ, with repentance and thanksgiving. Faith in Christ is necessary to receive the grace of the sacraments, and obedience to Christ is necessary for the benefits of the sacraments to bear fruit in my life. To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism We look again at Anglican theologian Richard Hooker for the Anglican perspective concerning the means to experience the “real presence” of Christ in the Eucharist.…

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Learn by Paradox Reflections & Ponderings

Living in a World of Blessings and Curses

By Elizabeth | by Elizabeth

What does it mean when God talks about blessings and curses? I think we may be looking at it in the wrong way and here’s why…

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Discernment

The Bible: A Cryptic Document, An Ancient Tale, Guidebook for Life, A God-inspired Friend

By Elizabeth | by Elizabeth

Can the Bible be used as a guidebook, self-help book, magic eight-ball? How do we discern from the Bible? When I first starting reading the Bible, I didn’t know where to begin. I know I am not alone, even now it isn’t always simple, but the good news is that we don’t have to understand it all at once and it does offer discernment if we are willing to plunge in. Will you join me?

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