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Spiritual Progress, Undone
A Review of The Christian Life: Cross or Glory?
Jan 16 • Alexander Chapota
The Gospel Is Not a Life You Live, It Is a Death and Resurrection Given to You
A clarification Christians keep resisting, and desperately need.
Jan 8 • Alexander Chapota
Galatians: A Pastoral Commentary
Part 3: Theological Interlude | No Safe Way to Be Justified
Jan 6 • Alexander Chapota
A New Year, the Same Grief, and a Mercy That Does Not Expire
There is a particular kind of restlessness that only shows up at the end of a year.
Dec 31, 2025 • Alexander Chapota
Galatians: A Pastoral Commentary
Part 2: Chapter Two | When Grace Becomes Dangerous Again
Dec 26, 2025 • Alexander Chapota
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