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the real meaning
Examining the “spilling the seed” passages Why I don’t think these passages can be used in connection with birth control or masturbation Originally written March ‘05 In Genesis 38:7-10 we learn of Onan, one of Judah’s sons. Onan was commanded by God to impregnate his brother Er’s wife Tamar after God killed him (because he was evil). Onan [...] Related posts:
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Do you know me?
xpost from thin places Do you know me? Do you see me? My skin is dark and rough with dirt Do you see me? My clothes are torn Do you see me? My skirt’s too short, my neckline too low Do you smell me? I reek of body odor Do you smell me? I tried to cover it up with cheap perfume Do you smell me? I tried [...] Related posts:
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the place of Exile
I have ready many writings over the past year or so referencing the state of exile that we as Christians are either entering or are fully entrenched in (entrenched in if you are in Australia, the UK, etc and moving into if you are in America) as we move further and further away from Christendom. Many [...] Related posts:
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Happy Mother’s Day
To my amazing mom who has endured much pain and trial and remained steadfast and to all women who are mothers to some one. Mothers Day prayer by Lynne Taylor, courtesy of Steve Taylor at e~mergent kiwi With loving thoughts of, and prayers for, all the women I know, love, respect who inspired it… God, it is mothers’ day. And [...] Related posts:
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if you’re REALLLLLY BORED
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no the fishers are not tea totallers
I thought it was funny that Shayel chose a shot glass from the kitchen counter to put her fake flowers in. Related posts:
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the rhythm method
LOL..sorry, just taking my cue from Paul’s comment. I need more rhythm in my life. I need more rituals and intentional practices. I’m feeling a bit out of sorts spiritually and I think that’s part of the problem. When I don’t “fill my time” intentionally, esp. with intentional silence, I fill it with stuff that just [...] Related posts:
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