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Table of Contents

  1. Penal Substitution: Modern Baal Worship May 12, 2020
  2. Perfecting Christian Character January 22, 2012
  3. Politics and the Gospel July 6, 2023
  4. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder March 25, 2020
  5. Prayer Beads: The Upside and Dangers April 3, 2009
  6. Pre- or Post-Tribulation Rapture? October 17, 2019
  7. Premarital Sex – Should I Stop When I Come To Christ? October 28, 2010
  8. Prepare! The King of the North Is Coming February 24, 2022
  9. Priests and Child Abuse — A Predictable Result September 5, 2018
  10. Psalms 23 – The Path to Eternal Life February 11, 2013
  11. Psychosis, Schizophrenia, or Autoimmune Brain Inflammation—New Hope for Some December 15, 2022
  12. Qualities of a Good Leader – Determining Who to Follow February 4, 2021
  13. Questions About Christ’s Death – Part 1 September 5, 2008
  14. Questions About Christ’s Death – Part 2 September 12, 2008
  15. Questions From a New Believer February 6, 2018
  16. Racism and the Trap of the Social Justice Movement October 2, 2019
  17. Reaching a Wayward Child January 8, 2012
  18. Ready to Meet Jesus February 23, 2008
  19. Reaping the Whirlwind—Sowing the Seeds for the Rise of the Beast June 30, 2022
  20. Recent Attacks January 29, 2010
  21. Red Heifer Ceremony May 2, 2024
  22. Reformers and Today February 22, 2024
  23. Remission of Sin January 11, 2008
  24. Repairers of the Breach April 25, 2024
  25. Response to a Zealous Pastor’s Defense of COVID “Vaccine” Mandates January 27, 2022
  26. Response to Adventist Today Article September 10, 2021
  27. Response to Quotes in the Book, Confrontation November 28, 2008
  28. Restoring the Image of God in Humanity July 21, 2022
  29. Retaining or Surrendering Our Rights—What Would Jesus Do? December 1, 2022
  30. Retribution or Rehabilitation September 3, 2012
  31. Revealing the Lawless One March 16, 2023
  32. Revelation 12:7 What Happened Before Earth Was Created? November 24, 2011
  33. Reward in Heaven May 11, 2023
  34. Righteousness by Faith May 26, 2010
  35. Righteousness: A Real Change of Heart January 31, 2012
  36. Romans 7 March 8, 2008
  37. Romans Chapter 3 August 30, 2008
  38. Sabbath — Imposed Rule or Design for Life? January 1, 2019
  39. Sabbath: Why Saturday and What Makes It Holy? April 23, 2010
  40. Salvation & Sanctification July 29, 2012
  41. Salvation and the Cleansing of Our Spirit—Part 1 March 21, 2024
  42. Salvation and the Cleansing of Our Spirit—Part 2 March 28, 2024
  43. Salvation Is More than a Personal Relationship with Jesus August 8, 2024
  44. Salvation Is Not About Denomination—It Is About Jesus!  June 23, 2022
  45. Salvation: Our Work, God’s Work, or Both? February 20, 2009
  46. Samson: A Foreshadow of Christ November 16, 2023
  47. Sanctification by Faith September 16, 2021
  48. Satan’s Primary End-Time Deception January 19, 2023
  49. School Shootings – Why All the Violence? December 19, 2012
  50. Science Proves Weird Bible Story True September 14, 2020

 

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  • Recent Attacks

    Recent Attacks

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    As of this writing, our class has been “reviled” over the last several weeks by some who have taken it upon themselves to misrepresent what we teach. This week I […]


  • What Does the Law Demand?

    What Does the Law Demand?

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    I was introduced to the “Healing Model” view of the Atonement and surrounding ideas some time last year and have been prayerfully and thoughtfully considering these ideas and beliefs that […]


  • Homosexuality: Sin, Disorder, or Something Else?

    Homosexuality: Sin, Disorder, or Something Else?

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    I would like to thank you for helping me understand the character of God better. I want to ask a question regarding homosexuality. I believe it is wrong and an […]


  • Victorious Living – Now or Then?

    Victorious Living – Now or Then?

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    I am in tune with the trust and healing model of atonement and posted this on-line: “Those who believe on Christ and obey His commandments are not under bondage to God’s law; for to those who believe and obey, His law is not a law of bondage, but of liberty.


  • Jesus: Angry Executioner or Baby of Bethlehem?

    Jesus: Angry Executioner or Baby of Bethlehem?

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    Last weekend our class started the lesson guide for the new year, The Fruit of the Spirit. I was so shocked by one paragraph, from Thursday, December 31, that I had to blog about it. Here is the paragraph:


  • What Do “Blood of Jesus” and “Hand of God” Mean?

    What Do “Blood of Jesus” and “Hand of God” Mean?

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    I heard one of your podcasts where you where talking about the true meaning of the phrase “Blood of Jesus.” Could you elaborate on that and this one: “Hand of God”? We can also find the imagery in certain stories like when God made his goodness pass before Moses and covered him with His “hand”. What is Gods hand really? Is it His providence? The Holy Spirit?


  • Living Stones in God’s Temple

    Living Stones in God’s Temple

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    In one of your bible study classes, you talked about the saints being living stones in the kingdom of God. It was by far the most beautiful I’ve ever heard.


  • Simple Solutions For Smoking Cessation

    Simple Solutions For Smoking Cessation

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    If you or someone you know is struggling to stop smoking, here are some simple steps that can help you break free from nicotine’s grasp. 


  • Bible Mistranslations

    Bible Mistranslations

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    Probably the most well known mistranslation in the Bible is that infamous comma in Luke 23:43 (KJV) which says: And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, Today […]


  • Why Does the Bible use the word “Punish”?

    Why Does the Bible use the word “Punish”?

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    I have read your three part blog entry on the question of punishment several times and am convinced of the truth of the message. I was discussing it with a friend […]


  • Is Masturbation Harmful?

    Is Masturbation Harmful?

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    I [did] not see a topic on your site about “self abuse” or masturbation as we call it.  Many [Christian] men [and women] still practice this habitually today, even while married.


  • Trinity – More Questions

    Trinity – More Questions

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    I just read your blog on the Trinity and thought everything you said was absolutely true. However, I have often wondered two things:


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Testimony 29

Thank you for all of your work to correct misconceptions about God’s character. So many people that my husband and I have talked to seem to be against the natural law construct and view it as “errant” and “dangerous.” Having learned more about it through your blogs and lessons, I don’t really understand why they view it that way, except that it means they have to relearn theology they have known for their entire lives. But I’m so excited to relearn this. For the past few years I have been questioning how I could trust a God who punishes arbitrarily and is full of wrath for those who don’t obey His commands. That view made me afraid to “mess up” or “not be good enough,” even within my relationship with God. I really appreciated the point you bring out about God not wanting us to serve Him because we are afraid, but because we love Him.

Melissa H., IN, USA

 

Testimony 38

Since November 2015, when I started studying Gods word from this God Is Love point of view, my life has been transformed. My troubled marriage of 15 years has been healed and my husband and I are truly happy for the first time in 15 years. Now When I read the word of God I understand it so much better and I can’t help but see Gods love radiating through the pages to humanity. Gods word is living and active and I am blessed beyond measure to be having this amazing experience. God has given me a beautiful understanding of Jn 3:16 that amazes me more and more each day. Thank you again for your ministry.

Helen D., London, England

 

Testimony 60

Just watched watched lesson 10 in the 1st quarter 2021 bible study classs on Isaiah. I want to thank you for your intellectual spirituality; it’s not an oxymoron! From the point of view of a teacher I also enjoy seeing how much personal pleasure you clearly take in not just tasting, but feasting on God’s word – it reminds me of Jeremiah not being able to hold it in! It makes me smile that your cup is so full and overflowing that you make it to Tuesday’s lesson (on a good day). It just goes to show the richness of God’s Word.

God bless the Come and Reason Team from our church here in Great Britain.

Andrew H., Great Britain

 

Testimony 45

I have been confused for years about what [christianity] calls [its] most disgusting teaching. It has never made much sense to me and for that reason has been evermore empty. I have listened to your class off and on and have struggled determining what is truth, because of the resistance design law encounters in the church. So, I thank God for your ministry. What you teach makes sense. It’s logical and backed up by the power of love. I have never seen that in Christ until now. I am astounded by the insight that is found when we look at God’s ministry through design law. All strength to this message, as I believe it to be the power of God.

Brendon S.

 

Testimony 55

I was born [into the church], then I left it for many years. 10 years ago, I came back, but I could not take the hypocrisy and the lack of answers to the missing pieces. I struggled, but I did not abandon my commitment to know the truth. God is leading me to the simple understanding of his relevance and I am relearning what the church taught me as a youth… that he loves me, that he has led me to a knowledge of him such as I have never known. He is using Dr. Jennings to connect the dots that are now so apparent and hiding in plain sight!

Dean P., Arlington, TX, USA

 

Testimony 62

I would like to express my thanks to the C&R team for creating a platform from which people can learn to trust in God and grow. My life is a witness to the effectiveness of this ministry. Without believing the truth about God as you have shown, I don’t know what my life would be like. I had given up on God helping me with certain sins – it was all useless. Given that the scripture is clear and God is so good, how could I have betrayed him so many times? I was a yo-yo christian; spinning up and down. My faith and enthusiasm was driven by discoveries/threats that prophecy is about to be fulfilled. But when I watched your “Healing the Mind” seminar, it was like a light finally went on. I could see God had no plan to hurt me, the danger came from sin, and that He is working to protect me and strengthen me. Thank you for allowing God to use you. The message God gave C&R saved my life!

Antony N. – Hobart, Australia

 

Testimony 67

I was introduced to Come And Reason by a friend of my mother-in-law, who gave me several CD’s of Dr. Jennings. The clarity of the message and recognition that God’s is a God of love was so clear, advancing beyond Dr. Maxwell’s message. However, grappled with Maxwell saying God used emergency measures for the fallen world. Now after several years of being a regular listener of the Come And Reasoning bible study class and attending Jennings’ meetings in Dallas/Fort Worth, TX, things are becoming clearer for me. Design law versus imposed law has added so much to my personal understanding of theology. This message has really impacted my work in counseling so many people miserable because they are searching for and trusting human governments to create order and peace or believing in a God who says love Me or I will kill you. I am grateful that I have an alternative view to offer my clients that makes sense. I teach a bible study class on a semi-regular basis and I value the materials that Come And Reason so freely offers to aid me in presenting this vital message. Thank you for continuing to provide advancement in our very limited understanding of a Infinite God that is rational and believable.

Dr. Roger D, Arlington, TX, USA

 

Testimony 46

Over the past couple of years God has been expanding my view of Himself and His character. Along my approximately 40-year journey, I have often had questions, but was hesitant to voice these and step outside the traditionally accepted thinking, for fear of admitting that I may in fact be eternally lost. In the recesses of my thinking has been the thought – if one blindly accepts (which is widely regarded as “real faith”) and does not question, is this really ‘truth?’ I often find it challenging to grapple with very theological ‘speak,’ but Dr. Jennings has a real gift of explaining spiritual concepts with clear practical examples. The weekly discussions are growing my Christian experience and slowly changing my view of how to live as a child of God in today’s complex world. Finally the whole Old Testament sanctuary teaching moved in my mind from fantasy to reality!

Beverly S., South Africa

 

Testimony 31

It was very touching to hear the testimony of your class share how viewing God’s true character has changed their lives. My feelings are the same – there is so much freedom in knowing that God LOVES me – regardless of my… just, REGARDLESS! I’m still blown away by the true gospel, the fact that God is not ready to strike us when we fail. He is not arbitrary. He simply loves us and warns of the natural consequences because He can’t stand to see us suffer. I AM IN LOVE WITH THIS GOD!!!

Ceil V.,  UT, USA

 

Testimony 64

I’ve been reading the bible and walking with Jesus since I was around 16. I’m 42 now. I’ve mostly been alone in my walk although I went to several churches in different denominations. For the past 3 years God has been showing me His character of agape. It’s been a blessing and changed how I view God and my walk with Jesus. About a year ago I came across the power of love and the principles of design law. These teachings changed how I read scripture and have been such a beautiful blessing. I’m very excited and grateful for these truths. We share these truths of agape, design law and the reality of the principles of the two trees in the garden of Eden with people on Facebook and YouTube. People all over are learning to trust God and His agape design law which makes life possible. Thank you for everything you shared with me. May God continue to bless your ministry and lives.

Bradley M., Hinsdale, NY, USA

 

Testimony 20

I just wanted to personally thank you for your teachings and insight into scripture. I came across your website via my cousin who suggested I look into “Healing the Mind” information. My youngest daughter has been struggling over the last couple of years and it all came to a head this spring. When I started listening to the “Healing the Mind” lectures my own life began to be transformed. I began sharing with all my daughters the concepts you laid out so clearly. I ordered your book and soaked it up. I just want to say “Thank You!” My walk with the Lord has been refreshed and renewed. Your obedience to the Lord is a blessing to so many.

R. K., Anderson, SC, USA

 

Testimony 28

I have been following your Bible study class for about a year now. I must say I am impressed with how your ministry has grown. I took it upon myself to listen to all your lesson podcasts from the past and they have both enriched me physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. I have learnt a lot from this class. I have also noticed how the class has grown in spiritual strength. One of the things that benefited me is that now I am not afraid of God. I use to be, but now it has melted away. The second thing is that you helped me to have a real life relationship with God. Now He is my friend that was always there and I love having him with me all the time. Thirdly, because of this class, it inspired me to take over and lead a class. I have called it “Let Us Reason Together,” adapting your inquisitive style and creating a class of free thinkers.

T. Banda, Malawi, Africa

 

Testimony 73

I have been truly blessed by your blogs and other resources. They have helped me to see things in a much brighter light and to reason things out better. Thank you so much for your ministry. Whenever I have the opportunity I pass along your material to my friends.

R. Noseworthy, Newfoundland, Canada

Testimony 6

I got the book “Could It Be This Simple?” a few months ago and the reading was wonderful and I was fascinated. I lent the book to a friend at work. She is having a difficult time and the book is helping her to find Jesus and I found this very exciting. She has asked me questions and I can see her life changing.

H. S., Australia

 

Testimony 61

I grew up in a prominent protestant church and had what I like to call religious anxiety. I’ve always had questions about God and Salvation that no one could seem to answer.  I didn’t know how to find resolution. During 2020, at the height of my anxiety, I fell to my knees and begged God to show me truth and light and to give me the hope that I’ve been longing for. Days later, I stumbled upon your online videos and it was like a veil was lifted and EVERYTHING made sense! For the first time in my almost 39 years of life, my religious/spiritual anxiety has lessened. I feel a sense of freedom and peace I’ve NEVER had before… and it’s all because my view of God has changed. Thank you!

Ashleighn C.