Are we really held guilty for Adam’s sin? Many wrestle with the fairness of imputed sin, but Thomas Aquinas offers a surprising and compelling angle. By exploring his view...

The Tucker Carlson Demon – Why Would an Evil Spirit Do God’s Will?

In 1 Kings 22, God allows an evil spirit to deceive King Ahab’s prophets, leading him toward his downfall. This intriguing scene raises questions about divine sovereignty,...

by C Michael Patton

Angels and Demons

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Are Demons the Disembodied Spirits of the Nephilim?

This post delves into the diverse theological interpretations of demons, ranging from traditional Christian views of them as Fallen Angels to the intriguing theory that they...

What we Don’t Know: Theological Thought of the Day – Fall of the Angels

Excerpt: Dive into an insightful exploration of the biblical narrative on the fall of angels. This post questions the conventional belief of a singular, irreversible fall,...

Is Christian Polytheism Possible?

This post investigates the intriguing notion of Christian polytheism, tracing the shift from monolatry in the Old Testament to monotheism in the New Testament. It discusses...

by C Michael Patton

Angels and Demons

Difficult Issues in Scripture

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When Did God Create the Angels?

In the tapestry of Christian theology, the question of when angels were created is a thread that weaves through the Genesis narrative. Four intriguing viewpoints offer diverse...

UFOs, Ghosts, and Bigfoot and the Christian Worldview

It is interesting how so much supposedly conspiratorial beliefs are now recognized, considered, and increasingly accepted, even by the scientific community. What is also...

Is it Fair that You Were Born with a Sin Nature?

You were born a sinner. This does not mean you will sin as much or as bad as you could, it just means that you do not believe that God is above you and you cannot submit to...

by C Michael Patton

Angels and Demons

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A Brief Introduction to Satan

What is his real name? We don’t really know of any formal name. He is called many informal names, which are derived from his character (Satan, “the evil one,” the devil,...

Are Demons Afraid of Zoloft? Toward and Evangelical Demonology

I remember in seminary Dr. Frank Minirth covering my class on pastoral counseling. He was an internationally know Christian psychiatrist who had a successful ministry in...

by C Michael Patton

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