(More Bible Studies Available @ http://www.marktabata.com) It is written: Galatians 5:19-21-Now the works of the flesh are evident, which are: adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lewdness, 20 idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies, 21 envy, murders, drunkenness, revelries, and the like; of which I tell you beforehand, just as I also told you... Continue Reading →
In The Right Place At The Right Time
(More Bible Studies Available @ http://www.marktabata.com) It is written: Philemon 15-16 (ERV)-Onesimus was separated from you for a short time. Maybe that happened so that you could have him back forever, 16 not to be just a slave, but better than a slave, to be a dear brother. That's what he is to me. And I... Continue Reading →
The Biblical Background Of Psychiatry
(More Bible studies available @ http://www.marktabata.com) It is written: Psalm 119:24-Your testimonies also are my delight And my counselors. There is an amazing link between the Bible and psychiatry. God is concerned with the wellness of the entire person: body, soul, and spirit (cf. 1 Thessalonians 5:23). With that in mind, it will do well... Continue Reading →
Ill Mind Of Hopson Seven (Five)
It is written: Jude 10-But these speak evil of whatever they do not know; and whatever they know naturally, like brute beasts, in these things they corrupt themselves. Mr. Hopson, In my last brief article, I shared a simple argument with you that I intend now to demonstrate the truthfulness of. Please recall: 1. If... Continue Reading →
The Bible And Mental Health
(More Bible Studies Available @ http://www.marktabata.com) It is written: Proverbs 31:6-Give strong drink to him who is perishing, And wine to those who are bitter of heart. Throughout the Bible, we are reminded that the recreational use of drugs is forbidden and condemned (Ephesians 5:18; Titus 2:12-14; Proverbs 20:1). However, there is a place for... Continue Reading →
The Return Of Ishtar
(More Bible Studies Available @ http://www.marktabata.com) It is written: 1 Kings 15:13-Also he removed Maachah his grandmother from being queen mother, because she had made an obscene image of Asherah. And Asa cut down her obscene image and burned it by the Brook Kidron. 2 Kings 23:4-And the king commanded Hilkiah the high priest, the... Continue Reading →
Thinking About “Ben’s Back”
(More Bible Studies Available @ http://www.marktabata.com) It is written: Hosea 6:6-For I desire mercy and not sacrifice, And the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings. Since moving to Hazard Kentucky in 2005, I have been blessed to work with many precious souls who struggle with drug addiction. During that time, I have seen some... Continue Reading →
An Argument From Deuteronomy For Social Drinking?
(More Bible Studies Available At http://www.marktabata.com) It is written: Deuteronomy 14:26-And you shall spend that money for whatever your heart desires: for oxen or sheep, for wine or similar drink, for whatever your heart desires; you shall eat there before the LORD your God, and you shall rejoice, you and your household. In this passage,... Continue Reading →
The Bible, Rat Park, And Addicts
(More Bible Studies Available At http://www.marktabata.com) It is written: 1 Corinthians 15:33-Do not be deceived: "Evil company corrupts good habits." When I work with addicts, I always try to emphasize the need for them to cut ties (at least temporarily) with their friends and family members who enable their addiction. At the same time, I... Continue Reading →
Ill Mind Of Hopson Seven (Five)
It is written: Jude 10-But these speak evil of whatever they do not know; and whatever they know naturally, like brute beasts, in these things they corrupt themselves. Mr. Hopson, In my last brief article, I shared a simple argument with you that I intend now to demonstrate the truthfulness of. Please recall: 1. If... Continue Reading →