Category Archives: Theology Thursdays

Every person has a theology: a system of beliefs about God that drives their actions, emotions, and relationships with others. Even if they can’t articulate it exactly (or believe there is no God), their choices and attitudes reveal what they believe.

This weekly series aims to help you understand what God says about Himself more simply and clearly. For He calls His people to live by faith in Christ practically, with confidence, and joy.

We will consider simple methods of how to inherit God’s Word for yourself, including example studies through shorter books of the Bible. We will also look at 8 “P”s of the gospel – basic themes about Christ that run from Genesis 1 to Revelation 22 – and other studies about the Lord God (theology) in Scripture.

“but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect, ” (1 Peter 3:15)

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Christian Joy 100: an Introduction (2 of 4)

Posted on May 24, 2018 by Jeff Dillard

Preface:  My simple goal here is our greater joy in Jesus, even in our complex struggles intellectually, emotionally, relationally, physically, etc.  So, I will be bringing you specific details of the Gospel (good news) in 8 “P”s via these articles … Continue reading →

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Christian Joy 100: an Introduction (1 of 4)

Posted on May 17, 2018 by Jeff Dillard

Preface:  My simple goal here is our greater joy in Jesus, even in our complex struggles intellectually, emotionally, relationally, physically, etc.  So, I will be bringing you specific details of the Gospel (good news) in 8 “P”s via these articles … Continue reading →

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Theologies and Strategies: a Matrix of Possibilities

Posted on January 12, 2017 by Jeff Dillard

Every one of us is a theologian – even those who believe in no God or hundreds of gods. They (and we) hold to at least a few core beliefs of what is really “True” and a few core values … Continue reading →

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Counseling and Day 1 of Creation: Rogerian/Humanistic Theory and the Presence of Christ

Posted on July 24, 2016 by Jeff Dillard

The following is one in a series of articles on 8 “P”s of the gospel introduced in Genesis 1-2.  You can refer to the introductory video on the 8 “P”s and links to additional videos for more specific explanations on each.  Each of these articles contrasts a … Continue reading →

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Leadership and the Presence of Christ: Man’s Greatness and God’s Goodness

Posted on July 24, 2016 by Jeff Dillard

This article is one in a series on 8 “P”s of the gospel introduced in Genesis 1-2.  You can refer to the introductory video and links to additional videos for more specific explanations.  Each article contrasts a foundational part of the good news in Jesus with an … Continue reading →

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The Places of Christ (a video on day 5 of creation)

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Jeff Dillard

If we’re supposed to follow Jesus, have you ever wondered…”where’s He going?” This video addresses that very question. The following video briefly outlines all eight “P”s of of the Gospel of Christ as introduced in the creation week, revealed more … Continue reading →

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An overview of the Major Prophets

Posted on April 11, 2015 by Jeff Dillard

Week 5: The Major Prophets Know:  Then the Lord reached out His hand and touched my mouth and said to me, “I have put My words in your mouth.  See, today I appoint you over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy … Continue reading →

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Two types of feedback loops: personal sinfulness and intervening grace

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Jeff Dillard

Most major counseling theories today don’t look backward to the past of our family and culture or even inward to our personal values and beliefs.  They are mainly concerned with the here-and-now of interpersonal conflicts. I, too, see goodness and … Continue reading →

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The Presence of Christ (a video on day 1 of creation)

Posted on July 5, 2014 by Jeff Dillard

Did you know that God’s Word shows us the hope and help of the Gospel of Jesus from the very beginning of Genesis?  Let’s take a closer look. The following video briefly outlines all eight “P”s of the Gospel of Christ as … Continue reading →

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The Presence of Christ (a conversation between Jeff & Lauren)

Posted on July 27, 2013 by Jeff Dillard

How many times has you been physically present with someone but your mind (or theirs) was somewhere else? I know I have. At times, I still struggle to focus on the person in front of me and not dwell on … Continue reading →

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Christian Confidence 104: Hope for the Future

Posted on May 3, 2010 by Jeff Dillard

“What is our hope for the future?”  That’s the question we’re answering in this segment of our series.  But before we move on, let’s review a bit.  As you may remember, the first articles and supporting videos addressed foundational issues of … Continue reading →

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