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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Balancing Compassion and Law in Education
The recent statement by the Clark County School District in Nevada pledging to protect and educate children regardless of their immigration status is a classic example of sentiment triumphing over reason. While compassion and concern for children are laudable qualities, they must be balanced against the practical realities of law, resource allocation, and the unintended…
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‘Give to Ceasar what is Ceasar’s.’ Christianity, Mercy, and the Truth of the Gospel
On Tuesday, January 21st, Bishop Mariann Budde took it upon herself during her sermon at the Washington National Cathedral with President Trump and Vice-President Vance in attendance to issue a personal plea to the president regarding certain groups of people within the United States. There have been plenty of responses to this statement by Budde. …
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The Role of Adam and Eve in God’s Plan of Redemption
The Bible is a unified story where everything connects, weaving together themes of creation, sacrifice, and redemption. It is a collection of sixty-six books composed and compiled over 2,000 years by forty authors on three continents. One of the most striking connections is between Adam’s rib in the Old Testament and the spear that pierced Jesus’ side…
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Why We Celebrate Christmas
I, as most of you, have many fond childhood memories of Christmas. As a kid growing up in Minnesota, our family made it a tradition to travel to a tree farm and hunt for that perfect tree and cut it down ourselves and have our home smelling like pine for the next two weeks. I…
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The Radicalization of Luigi Mangione
This is a work of fiction, based on recent events. Some names and details have been changed. In the early morning hours of a crisp autumn day in New York City, the assassination of healthcare CEO Victor Langston sent shockwaves through the industry. Langston, a notorious figure in the private healthcare sector, had built his…
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Rahab: A Story of Redemption and Courage
The story of Rahab, found in the Book of Joshua, is one of the most fascinating and multi-layered narratives in the Bible. Rahab’s actions play a pivotal role in the conquest of Jericho and the broader story of God’s plan for Israel. Here’s an explanation and commentary on Rahab’s lie, her protection of the Israelite…
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