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Do Not Think

Posted on February 19, 2023 by vanyieck

Pilgrim: I was thinking about what you said about disciples being soft. Monk: It is not just disciples. It is an entire generation. Pilgrim: Why do you think that is? Monk: People have stopped thinking. Pilgrim: Really? Monk: Thinking for … Continue reading →

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Perspectives

Posted on January 22, 2023 by vanyieck

Monk: Pilgrim, would you mind if I made a small confession? Pilgrim: I can’t imagine what you would need to confess, but I am happy to hear it. Monk: I appreciate your willingness, Pilgrim. I have a fascination with True … Continue reading →

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A Non-Binary Gospel

Posted on January 15, 2023 by vanyieck

Pilgrim: I was studying the Gospel of Mark this morning. I always find chapter four unsettling. It’s odd to think that our Lord would hide the truth through his parables. Monk: ‘Though they hear with their ears, they will not … Continue reading →

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The Pilgrim and The Monk: Four Lies

Posted on November 10, 2022 by vanyieck

Pilgrim: Monk, the last time we talked, you mentioned the four lies of the Evil One. Monk: I remember. We spoke of the lie that we would be like gods. It is foolish for the creation to believe it is … Continue reading →

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The Pilgrim and The Monk: Beautiful Feet

Posted on July 14, 2022 by vanyieck

Pilgrim: Have you heard about the false teacher in town? He’s leading people away from the Gospel. Monk: It pains me to hear that, Pilgrim. I do not like hearing about people abusing their authority for their own glory. Pilgrim: … Continue reading →

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The Pilgrim and The Monk: The Existence of Unicorns

Posted on April 21, 2022 by vanyieck

Pilgrim: Monk, I discovered a contradiction in the Scriptures. Monk: You did? How disconcerting. What is it? Pilgrim: It’s in the book of Proverbs of all places. The wisest of us all wrote ‘don’t answer the foolish arguments of fools, … Continue reading →

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The Pilgrim and The Monk: High Standards

Posted on April 7, 2022 by vanyieck

Pilgrim: Monk, I know we already talked about it a little, but I still struggle with the verse in James about sinning if I don’t do the good I know I should do. Monk: The Scriptures are a double-edged sword. … Continue reading →

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The Pilgrim and The Monk: Speak No Evil, Tell No Lies

Posted on January 16, 2022 by vanyieck

Pilgrim: I know that life is a struggle, especially for followers of Christ, but there has to be a way to make life easier. Monk: As a matter of fact, Pilgrim, there is. The Psalmist wrote, ‘if you want to … Continue reading →

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The Pilgrim and The Monk: Who Do You Trust?

Posted on January 13, 2022 by vanyieck

Pilgrim: Monk, I ask you for a lot of advice. Monk: I appreciate your trust in me, Pilgrim. Pilgrim: Thank-you for your wisdom. But I’m curious. Do you go to anyone for advice? Monk: Oh, yes. Absolutely. Pilgrim: Really? Monk: … Continue reading →

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The Pilgrim and The Monk: Biblical Accuracy

Posted on October 28, 2021 by vanyieck

Pilgrim: Monk, do you think the Bible is literally true? Monk: That depends. Do you read poetry literally? Pilgrim: Of course not. I understand what you’re saying. Monk: The Bible includes many different literary forms. It is foolish to read … Continue reading →

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