Lesson 2 – The Noetic Effects of the Fall

By John Fast

Since the period known as The Enlightenment, modern man’s conception of himself has undergone a major revitalization, culminating in the present consensus that man is basically good. Therefore any expression of behavior that contradicts this narrative must be Read more »

By John Fast

            The doctrine of original sin is a fundamental truth which has always been taught and accepted by genuine Christianity because it is the teaching of Scripture. Just as the world in its wisdom can never have a true conception of God, so those who neglect this doctrine can never Read more »

By John Fast

“And also if anyone competes as an athlete, he does not win the

 prize unless he competes according to the rules.” – 2 Tm 2:5

The list of athletes who have been stripped of their awards and titles continues to multiply. The revelation that at some time and in some way an athlete has violated the rules has led to their disgrace, shame, and disqualification. All their hard work is Read more »

By John Fast

But they all alike began to make excuses. – Luke 14:18

Several things should be noticed from this parable which Jesus told in response to a dinner guest’s pious sounding but hypocritical and insincere answer to Jesus’ teaching on ambition and humility (Lk 14:7-15). The parable illustrates that Read more »

By John Fast

“For you will no longer remember the oracle of the LORD, because every man’s own word will become the oracle, and you have perverted the words of the living God, the LORD of hosts, our God” (Jeremiah 23:36).

Through the prophet Jeremiah, God declares the inescapable consequence of Read more »