Purchased by the Blood
Seeking Truth in Today’s Troubled World
Mission Statement: Purchased by the Blood is a Christian writing ministry devoted to the truth of Scripture, the lordship of Jesus Christ, and the faithful application of God’s Word to theology, family, culture, education, history, and everyday life.
Purpose Statement: Here you will find biblical teaching, Christian reflection, cultural commentary, and thoughtful explorations of faith through history and popular culture, all with one central purpose: to seek truth and point people to Jesus Christ.
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The Role of Parents in Education: The Supreme Court’s Stand
The recent divide between the leaders of America’s two largest teachers’ unions over the Supreme Court’s ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor is as revealing as it is unsurprising. One laments the Court’s decision as a betrayal of professional expertise, while the other somewhat unexpectedly acknowledges the rightful place of parents in the educational process. And…
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“Love your neighbor”
On Tuesday, May 27th, a Christian-sponsored “Rattle in Seattle” demonstration began at 5 p.m. on the 4th Avenue steps of City Hall in downtown Seattle. After the protest turned violent across the street at a counter-protest, Mayor Bruce Harrell gave the following statement, “Seattle is proud of our reputation as a welcoming, inclusive city for…
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It has happened yet again. How long must we endure this nonsense?
One might have imagined, in a more grounded age, that sport was the arena in which young people were taught the virtues of discipline, fair play, and the noble art of striving within the rules. But we live now in a time when the rules are no longer fixed, the boundaries no longer observed, and…
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Embracing Discipleship: The Most Difficult Yet Most Joyful Journey
Imagine, if you will, a man drowning in the sea. The waves are fierce, and he’s been treading water for what feels like eternity. Suddenly, a ship appears, and a voice calls out: “Take my hand, and I will save you.” Now, salvation is offered freely—he is not charged for the lifeboat. But if he…
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Revival Starts Within: A Study of 2 Chronicles 7:14
“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” 2 Chronicles 7:14 Commentary on 2 Chronicles 7:14 — A Voice from the Throne There is…
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Truth vs. Myths: A Spiritual Reflection
2 Timothy 4:3–4 “For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to…
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