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The Screwtape Letters

Posted on January 11, 2009 by rbirkey

I had an opportunity to go and see FPA Theatre Company’s production of C.S. Lewis‘ “The Screwtape Letters” a week ago. It is playing at the old Mercury Theater at 3745 N. Southport in Chicago. It stars Max McLean (who … Continue reading →

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Chapter 2: The Creation of Sacred Spaces and Objects

Posted on April 13, 2008 by rbirkey

The Creation of Sacred Spaces and Objects Authors Frank Viola and George Barna record that a shift occurred in the late second and third centuries when Christians began reverencing their dead. Christians began to meet in two places… their homes … Continue reading →

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Chapter 2: From House Churches to Holy Cathedrals

Posted on April 13, 2008 by rbirkey

From House Churches to Holy Cathedrals As already stated in earlier posts, the early church believed that Jesus was the very presence of God and that the body of Christ (the church) constitutes his temple. The authors of Pagan Christianity? … Continue reading →

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Chapter 2: Temples, Priests, and Sacrifices

Posted on April 13, 2008 by rbirkey

Temples, Priests, and Sacrifices Continuing in Chapter 2 of Pagan Christianity? authors Frank Viola and George Barna point out that the Old Testament Hebrews had a faith experience centered around the Temple, the priesthood and the sacrifice. But Jesus fulfilled … Continue reading →

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Chapter 2: The Church Building – Inheriting the Edifice Complex

Posted on April 13, 2008 by rbirkey

Well, here we go. Chapter Two of Pagan Christianity? deals with the first specific example of a pagan practice adopted by the church. That being the idea that the church is a building or a place. The authors point out … Continue reading →

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Other Blogs on “Pagan Christianity?”

Posted on April 10, 2008 by rbirkey

I have a friend named Steve Tanner who has started reading “Pagan Christianity?” as well. Steve works for a non-profit Christian organization that equips and encourages those who are involved in Children’s ministry. He has posted about the book and … Continue reading →

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Chapter One: Have We Really Been Doing It By The Book?

Posted on March 16, 2008 by rbirkey

Frank and George open up this first official chapter of the book Pagan Christianity? with a story which reminds me of the way Patrick Lencioni writes his books. The fictional story style pulls you in and gives you a more … Continue reading →

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My Introduction to “Pagan Christianity?”

Posted on February 23, 2008 by rbirkey

I am just finishing reading a book that my father sent to me (Thanks, Dad!) and that has been one of the most challenging and enlightening books I’ve read in recent years. The impact it will have on me personally … Continue reading →

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More Books

Posted on February 15, 2008 by rbirkey

I recently decided to re-read C.S. Lewis’ Prince Caspian (Narnia) since the movie of it is coming out in the not-too-distant future. It reminded me that for Peter and Susan, this was their last experience in Narnia. Only Edmund and … Continue reading →

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Another Michael Crichton Fiction Masterpiece

Posted on December 23, 2007 by rbirkey

As some of you know, I enjoy reading, especially good fiction. One author that I particularly like is Michael Crichton, of “Jurassic Park” fame. I think his book “State of Fear” is the best book I have read on the … Continue reading →

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