Theological Column By Adrienne Greene Q: Dear Pastor, What’s the difference between resurrection and reincarnation? A: It makes sense to question the nuances of these two words since they stem from the same general idea: rising from death to life. Yet, if we’re talking about people, spirits and souls, the death-to-life parallel of these …
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Judeo-Christian trifecta on Palm Sunday
Theological Column by Adrienne Greene Q: Dear Pastor, I heard there are many spiritual events intersecting Palm Sunday this year. Does this mean anything? A: Yes, I believe it does. Palm Sunday 2021, which marks the triumphal Sunday right before Easter (for those who may need a refresher on Christian holidays), occurs in the …
Is God waiting for us to pray?
A Theological column by Adrienne Greene Q: Dear Pastor, I’ve heard that God won’t do anything unless Christians pray. Is this true? A: Yes and no. Our God is in constant, unceasing action even when nobody prays. For example, think of all the involuntary movements happening inside your body right now; your heart beats …
Jesus never sinned so he can’t understand how I feel
By Adrienne Greene Q: Dear Pastor, Jesus never sinned, so how can he relate to mine? A: The pastor in me is curious as to why you are asking: Are you battling a particular sin? Do you wonder if Jesus understands your suffering? Is there a part of you hoping to diminish the crime of …
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Old Testament is relevant now as ever
By Adrienne Greene Q: Dear Pastor, Does the Old Testament remain relevant to 21st Century Christianity and society overall? A: Unfortunately there has been slow drain of education toward the importance of personal, biblical literacy within the Church, especially regarding the Old Testament (OT.) As a result, the average church member has little knowledge of …
God’s intelligent design: process
By Adrienne Greene Q: Dear Pastor, If God is omnipotent (all-powerful), why did he take six days to create everything? Why not speak everything into existence all at once? A: The short answer: Because that’s how he decided to do it! God is very sure of himself and not under pressure to prove to …
How many seraphim do we know?
By Adrienne Greene Q: Dear Pastor, I heard there are more archangels than the three mentioned in the Bible. Is this true? A: Yes, it is true. Ancient Jewish manuscripts, oral traditions and scrolls tell us there are at least seven Seraphim (archangels.) However, the belief in them follows several religious traditions, including Christianity, …
Religion controls people
By Adrienne Greene Q: Dear Pastor, Isn’t Christianity just something people use to control others? A: I find it interesting that in most states in America, this article will publish on September 11th; the infamous “911” of our history. And it was all regarding the religious domination you’re asking about. Believe it or not, there …
We are not being punished
By Adrienne Greene Q: Dear Pastor, Why did is God allowing all these natural disasters to come upon us? A: When a storm in the Gulf of Mexico suddenly turns deadly, we are quick to say, “Why, God?” No doubt there are folks in the middle of that situation thinking the same thing right now. …
When family disappoints
By Adrienne Greene Q: After all these years, my relationships with my siblings are still conditional and one-sided. How do I accept this truth yet continue to love them? A: Jesus said, “Who are my mother and my brothers?” (Mark 3:33, NASB.) He then went on to explain, “My mother and My brothers are these who …