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Month: September 2020

Why I’m Concerned

September 27, 2020October 26, 2021 / colbyhetcel / Leave a comment

This is why I write about the topics that I write about. This is why I’m so concerned with idolatry.  Let me be somewhat autobiographical. As a new Christian, I was very arrogant in my faith. I had memorized a lot of theological propositions, apologetic responses to perceived threats, and all the right evangelical catch-phrases. … Continue reading Why I’m Concerned

Isaiah and Idolatrous Efficiency

September 11, 2020 / colbyhetcel / 3 Comments

From the beginning of time, humanity has much preferred their own seemingly efficient solutions to accomplish the tasks that God has called them to do. God wished for Adam and Eve to learn in relationship with Him. They chose the quicker way to gain knowledge by eating from the tree. God wanted to make a … Continue reading Isaiah and Idolatrous Efficiency

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