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Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - Near Death Experiences Ep.2
For both Christianity and atheism, with the growing verifiable data gathered from millions of 'near death experiences' (NDE) something fundamental and non-negotiable appears to be at stake. Yet only atheism need fear NDEs. The more evidence that accumulates and the more it is corroborated, the stronger the case that human consciousness survives bodily death, permanently weakening the atheistic position.
For Christianity, by contrast, the more evidence that accumulates and the more it is corroborated, the stronger the case for the pillars of the faith. As this evidence becomes more robust with each decade and with each life-saving advance, it may be increasingly difficult to escape the conc...
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202 Thrive Deeper: Proverbs - Anger
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The Book of Proverbs offers profound insights into the nature of anger and how we should manage it. Proverbs emphasizes the value of patience and self-control, highlighting that a person who is slow to anger is wiser and more powerful than one who is quick-tempered The teachings also stress the importance of responding gently to defuse anger. This underscores the power of calm and measured resp...
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - Near Death Experiences
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Near-death experiences (NDEs) are profound experiences that occur to people who are on the brink of death or who have suffered a severe trauma where death is imminent. In many cases, these people are pronounced dead. These experiences often involve a variety of sensory and emotional elements, such as seeing a bright light, feeling a sense of peace and detachment from the body, moving through a ...
201 Thrive Deeper: Proverbs - Relationships
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The Book of Proverbs provides timeless wisdom on how to navigate various relationships with wisdom, discipline, and a deep trust in the Lord. It encourages virtues of righteousness, justice, loyalty, respect, and mutual edification in all relationships. In this book of wisdom we can gain valuable insights into the nature of true friendship. It encourages loyalty, trust, and mutual respect. For ...
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - The Role of Reason
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Though Christian faith and doctrine often transcend our finite human comprehension, they are not irrational or void of any ‘reason’. Faith provides the foundation for belief, while reason offers a tool for understanding and articulating that belief. Faith is foundational to reason and reason can serve to confirm faith - but faith can not be gained through 'reason'. The tension between faith and...
200 Thrive Deeper: Proverbs - Pride & Humility
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“Whoever restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.” Why? Because he is wise enough to understand that he does not know it all. It takes sincere humility to admit, “I was wrong” rather than submitting to the captivity of our pride. Prov. 3:5-8: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways ackn...
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - What Everyone Knows About God
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There are things that everyone knows about God. These things can be known through 'general revelation' things that everyone can see, feel and experience and do not rely on 'special revelation' such as the Bible. The reality of how we all live and experience our lives reveals God, if we only choose to notice.
199 Thrive Deeper: Proverbs - Diligence & Sloth - Wealth & Poverty
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Proverbs: Wealth Poverty Diligence Sloth The Bible presents a nuanced view of sloth, diligence, poverty, and wealth. It warns against laziness and the love of money, while encouraging diligence and generosity towards the poor. Ultimately, it emphasizes the importance of a balanced perspective, recognizing that wealth and poverty are not merely material conditions but also spiritual states of be...
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - What we Know - Discerning the Truth
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If we are to open our minds and hearts to the mystery, awe and wonder of God, how can we know that the path we are on is the 'true' path? How can we discern the truth - not just 'our' truth? More importantly, what is the 'truth' pointing to?
198 Thrive Deeper: Proverbs - The Power of Words
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“Death and life are in the power of the tongue …” Proverbs 18:21a Whether we are speaking face-to-face, talking on the phone or even using our digital tongues in a comment thread or text message, remember this: Our words are powerful, and they have consequences.
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - How we 'Know'.
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When it comes to knowing, our culture holds us to the “defective default,” a mode of thinking that treats knowledge simply as information. This default mode excludes most of the ways we know in our day-to-day lives. Think about all the important things you know - say about how you feel about your family or loved ones. This knowledge doesn’t come from ‘data’ or ‘information’ but from experience ...
197 Thrive Deeper: Proverbs - What is Wisdom?
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The Book of Proverbs is a profound anthology of biblical wisdom literature, primarily penned by Solomon. It serves as a guide to leading a life that is pleasing to God, emphasizing that the fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge and wisdom. This collection of sayings and teachings covers a wide array of topics, including personal conduct, social justice, and moral behavior. It con...
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - Change the Way We Think
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As we delve deeper into our discussion, we explore the intricate interplay between the brain's hemispheres and their profound impact on our existence. The symbiotic relationship between the methodical, logical left hemisphere and the holistic, intuitive right hemisphere informs our perceptions, influences culture, and deepens spiritual consciousness. The predominance of 'left-brain' oriented th...
196 Thrive Deeper: The Inter-Testamental Period
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The intertestamental period, also known as the "400 Silent Years," spans roughly from the time of Nehemiah to the time of Christ, about 430 years. This era is significant in Jewish history as it saw the rise of Hellenistic Judaism and is roughly contiguous with the Second Temple period. During this time, while prophecy may have ceased, Israel was anything but silent and God was very much active...
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - The Way We Think
Просмотров 7Месяц назад
Renowned psychiatrist, neurologist and philosopher Iain McGilchrist's exploration of the left and right hemispheres of the brain, argues that the left hemisphere tends to reduce the idea of the divine into a rational, abstract concept, often associated with rules, doctrines, and dogmas. This reductionist view can lead to a mechanistic understanding of the divine, devoid of the richness and dept...
195 Thrive Deeper: Joel & Malachi
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195 Thrive Deeper: Joel & Malachi
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - The Church is The Remedy Part 2
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Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - The Church is The Remedy Part 2
194 Thrive Deeper: Nehemiah 8-13
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194 Thrive Deeper: Nehemiah 8-13
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - The Church is The Remedy
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Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - The Church is The Remedy
193 Thrive Deeper: Nehemiah 1-7
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193 Thrive Deeper: Nehemiah 1-7
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - Technology: Comparison, Competition, and Power
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Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - Technology: Comparison, Competition, and Power
192 Thrive Deeper: Esther
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192 Thrive Deeper: Esther
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - The Paradox of Connection: Technology's Impact on Human Relation...
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Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - The Paradox of Connection: Technology's Impact on Human Relation...
191 Thrive Deeper: Zechariah
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191 Thrive Deeper: Zechariah
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - How can we respond as Christians, to the rapid advancement of AI?
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Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - How can we respond as Christians, to the rapid advancement of AI?
190 Thrive Deeper: Ezra & Haggai
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190 Thrive Deeper: Ezra & Haggai
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - What about the historical accuracy and reliability of the Bible?
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Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - What about the historical accuracy and reliability of the Bible?
189 Thrive Deeper: 2 Timothy, Titus and Philemon
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189 Thrive Deeper: 2 Timothy, Titus and Philemon
Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - Confidence in Conviction, Humility in Delivery
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Thrive Perspectives: Worldview - Confidence in Conviction, Humility in Delivery
188 Thrive Deeper: 1 Timothy
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188 Thrive Deeper: 1 Timothy

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