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Gradual Disempowerment — LessWrong
Meet inside The Shops at Waterloo Town Square - we will congregate in the indoor seating area next to the Your Independent Grocer with the trees sticking out in the middle of the benches (pic) at 7:00 pm for 15 minutes, and then head over to my nearby apartment's amenity room. If you've been around a few times, feel free to meet up at the front door of the apartment at 7:30 instead. Description Lighter fare time is over, let’s discuss gradual disempowerment risks from advanced AI.
The Worldview Implications of Pineapple on Pizza
In the current epoch of civilizational decline—marked by the erosion of objective standards in ethics, aesthetics, and yes, even gastronomy—it should come as no surprise that the Western world has lost its appetite for coherent, creationally-ordered food. Among the clearest, most troubling culinary artifacts of our decadence is the popularization of pineapple on pizza.
The 1700th Anniversary of Nicaea and its Relevance Today
The significance of the eventual triumph of the Nicene Council continues, not simply because of the basic Creed it formulated and its ongoing regular use in church liturgies, but because of its wider ecumenical protection against error in the global church. The clear affirmation of the Creed is that Christ is co-essential with the Father, the true God-man, and therefore Arianism is not genuine Christianity.
Punching Every Place That Isn’t Christian
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a concept born out of Critical Race Theory. It is primarily focused on “diversifying” workplaces and cultures in some of the absurdist ways possible. It is, without a doubt, a godless agenda that is focused more on race, ethnicity, and sexuality than ability, prowess, and worth. It should also come as no surprise that it is a politically motivated movement, governed almost entirely by the political left. What is the Christian to do with such a movement?
Romanticism and the Crisis of Authority
The Christian carries the privilege and responsibility of heralding the Good News of the Kingdom of God, revealed in history through Jesus Christ, the Creator and Redeemer of all things. By the power of the Holy Spirit, believers call people to repentance and invite them to enter God’s Kingdom. Yet, this task has grown more challenging in the West, where de-Christianization has steadily eroded the shared foundations necessary for understanding biblical truth.
Total Depravity & Social Order
A participant in a BBC Radio Four religious programme some years ago stated that the doctrine of total depravity no longer has any credence in the Church and that only a few religious sects now adhere to it. Her point is well taken. Indeed, we could go further than this. Few of those who do give assent to the doctrine understand it or recognise its implications either for soteriology or social theory.
Biblical, Creational Law
The contemporary humanistic faith in an evolving universe in Western society precludes any standard above or distinct from itself; this immediately implies that the law of the state (as a product of nature) is beyond criticism by any transcendent source of authority — for there can be no such thing as a transcendent source of authority and law. This means state law is inescapably totalitarian law. There is no right, realm of justice, nor source of law beyond or above what the state enacts.
Another Great Year of WYA in Canada
The Ezra Institute recently concluded another successful Canadian Worldview Youth Academy in Port Colborne, Ontario. This year’s event brought together 50 passionate young students eager to deepen their understanding of a biblical worldview and its application in daily life. Throughout the week, participants were blessed with world-class teaching from an impressive lineup of speakers.
Success at Our First Worldview Youth Academy in the U.S.
We are thrilled to share that our first-ever Worldview Youth Academy in the United States was a tremendous success! Nearly 30 enthusiastic students from across the United States and Canada came together in the beautiful Smoky Mountains for a week of learning, growth, fellowship, and teamwork. From daily morning worship to evening devotionals, these young adults were immersed in a transformative experience, grappling with complex issues through a biblical worldview.
A Blueprint for Biblical Masculinity ft. Dr. Ted Fenske | Podcast for Cultural Reformation
In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Drs. Joe Boot and Michael Thiessen are joined by Dr. Ted Fenske, from the inaugural Worldview Youth Academy—USA, to discuss true, biblical masculinity in our confused and effeminate age. The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot’s Mission of God with a brand-new study guide! Get it here: https://ezrapress.ca/products/mission-of-god-10th-anniversary-edition; Got Questions?
Unapologetic Podcast: Why Believe?
What is cultural apologetics? Can a biblical worldview make sense of human experience? What are some of the biggest objections to the Christian faith? Rev Dr Joe Boot, founder and president of the Ezra Institute for Contemporary Christianity shares his thoughts. This interview was recorded in front of a live audience at Holy Trinity Church, Aylesbury in partnership with Aylesbury Youth For Christ.
Q & A with Dr. Joe Boot: Religious Plurality & Theonomy [July 2024]
It’s that time of the month again! It’s time for another Q&A with Dr. Joe Boot. This month Dr. Mike Thiessen asks Dr. Joe Boot your questions. Tune in as they discuss the religious character of culture and the religious foundation for law & politics. Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions?
Is Christianity Anti-Democratic? | Podcast for Cultural Reformation
• The Frankfurt Declaration and the Cultural Mandate We're back with a brand-new season of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation! Joe, Nate, and… • On this Podcast for Cultural Reformation episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright address… • Is the God of the Old Testament Cruel?
Is the God of the Old Testament Cruel? | Podcast for Cultural Reformation
We're officially underway with our series on the Ten Commandments. In this first episode, Joe…
PRIDE vs. Covenant Sexuality | Podcast for Cultural Reformation
/ Series Conversations & Presuppositions Topic Covenant, Culture, Marriage On this Podcast for Cultural Reformation episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright address the Pagan high holy month of Pride. Not only do they expose the 2SLGBTQIA+ cult for the false religion it is, but they also provide a positive biblical vision for sex and sexuality. Get your copy of “Covenant Sexuality”from Ezra Press for 20% off today!: https://ezrapress.ca/products/covenant-sexuality-1; Got Questions?
Work, Wealth, and Capital in the Kingdom of God
/ Series Conversations & Presuppositions, Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic Culture, Economics, Work Work is a central aspect of life. On today’s show, we continue our series, Conversations & Presuppositions, by examining a Christian view of work, wealth, and capital and investing our time, talents, and treasures to advance the Kingdom of God. Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Should we do this more often?
The Islamization of the West ft. Tim Dieppe
/ Series Conversations & Presuppositions Topic Islam Continuing our series Conversations & Presuppositions, Drs. Boot and Thiessen are joined this week by Ezra Fellow for Public Policy Tim Dieppe to discuss the steady Islamization of the West.
Ezra Institute | Conflicted Comrades: The Left and Islam's Unholy Alliance Against Christianity
/ Series Conversations & Presuppositions Topic Culture, Philosophy/Worldview, Worldview Continuing our series Conversations & Presuppositions, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright unpack the worldview convergence of the conflicted Red-Green Alliance between Leftist Communists/Socialists (red) and Islamists (green). What unites them is a common enemy, namely, Christ and His Church and anything built upon that sure foundation.
Ezra Institute | Euthanasia: Death by Doctor & the Cosmology of Killing
/ Series Conversations & Presuppositions Topic Euthanasia/Suicide In the fifth episode of our series, Conversations & Presuppositions, thanks to the recent controversy in the UK, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Dr. Joe Boot wade into the current cultural conversation on euthanasia (lit.
Ezra Institute | SHOCKING! "Murders Gonna Murder": Pro-Aborts Say the Quiet Part Out Loud
/ In the fourth episode of our series, Conversations & Presuppositions, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright examine a SHOCKING evolution in the abortion debate. Since pro-aborts have lost the scientific argument concerning when life begins, they’re now admitting that abortion is murder and arguing for their right to murder innocent, living children inside the womb.
Ezra Institute | Does the Bible Condone Slavery? - Part II: Choose Ye this Day, Slavery or Liberty in Christ?
/ In this third episode of our new series, Conversations & Presuppositions, Doctors Boot and Thiessen revisit their conversation on slavery and the Bible by examining why Christianity is the only worldview that can consistently lead to liberty and how a culture’s rejection of Christ naturally leads to slavery. Choose ye this day, dear listener, freedom in Christ or slavery to sin and death?
Ezra Institute | Does the Bible Condone Slavery? - Part I
/ Series Conversations & Presuppositions Topic Apologetics, History, Law, Slavery, The Bible, Worldview In this, the second episode of our new series Conversations & Presuppositions, Doctors Boot and Thiessen discuss a common objection to Christianity: that Christianity condones slavery. But does it? You’re not going to want to miss part one of this fascinating discussion.
Michael Thiessen's Shortform — LessWrong
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Ezra Institute | Responding to Ligon Duncan on Theonomy & Cultural Engagement
/ Topic Apologetics, Culture, Law, Law & Gospel In this episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Dr. Joe Boot respond to the recent controversial interview by Chancellor of Reformed Theological Seminary, Ligon Duncan, on the Room for Nuance podcast where he answers questions on theonomy, postmillennialism, and faithful cultural contextualization all while throwing barbs at unnamed parties and mixing up Scripture.
Ezra Institute | 7 Doctrines to Rule the World
/ Topic Christianity, Covenant, Culture, Dualism, Eschatology, Kingdom Of God, Politics, Reformation, Worldview In this episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright recap last weekend’s Right Response Ministries Conference, “Blueprints for Christendom 2.0,” by unpacking the seven doctrines presented at the conference for Christians to rule the world righteously under the Lordship of King Jesus. For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com.
Ezra Institute | Addressing the Rise of Antisemitism
/ Topic Justice, Law, Politics, War, Worldview In this episode, Michael and Joe are joined by Ezra Fellow for International Law, Comparative Politics, and International Relations, Daniel Ogden J.D., to talk about the disturbing rise of antisemitism and how to think about it biblically.
Ezra Institute | Motherhood & the Family of God ft. Susie Rock
/ Topic Creation, Culture, Family, Theology In this episode, Michael and Nate are joined by Harvest Windsor’s Women’s Life Director, Susie Rock, to continue the discussion on the family by discussing what it means to be a woman made in the Image of God, their role in the Kingdom of God and the family, and how they are to fulfill it for the good of others and the glory of God Almighty.
Ezra Institute | Fatherhood & the Family of God
/ Topic Covenant, Creation, Culture, Family, Marriage/Family In this episode, Joe, Michael, and Nate continue their discussion on the family by discussing what the archetypal fatherhood of God means for our ectypal familial relationships. Simply put, they discuss what God’s fatherhood means for us and our realtionships. Oh, how sweet it is to be part of the household of God through Christ our Lord. For all things Ezra Institute, visit: https://ezrainstitute.com.
Ezra Institute | Part III: Responding to Attacks on the Family
/ Topic Culture, Family, Marriage/Family, Worldview Scripture Luke Luke 15:1-32 In this episode, Joe, Michael, and Nate continue their discussion around Allistair Begg’s recent controversial advice to a grandmother about attending a queer wedding and his recent sermon defending his advice.
Podcast - Ezra Institute
March 20, 2024 In this episode, Pastor Nate Wright is joined by Ezra Fellow of Medicine and Public Christianity, Dr. Ted Fenske to discuss how to slay the dragon of pornography. March 13, 2024 In this episode, the latest of our series on the family, Dr. Joe Boot and Pastor Nate Wright discuss the relationship between parents and children, how it mirrors the Triune nature of God, and how family is, indeed, the nucleus of civilization.
Ezra Institute | Responding to Attacks on the Family: Part II
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Context Podcast Topic Family, Marriage/Family, Worldview Scripture Deuteronomy Deuteronomy 22:5; Leviticus 18:21-22, Deuteronomy Deuteronomy 22:5; Leviticus 18:21-22Leviticus Deuteronomy 22:5; Leviticus 18:21-22 In this episode, Joe and Michael continue to discuss the big compromise of Big Eva and the need for strong fathers leading well–leading biblically.
Ezra Institute | Responding to Attacks on the Family
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic Creation, Marriage/Family, Worldview In this episode, Joe, Nate and Michael respond to yet more bad advice from Big Eva. How can we remain faithful fathers in a world full of compromise? Tune in to find out. Allistair Begg’s Comments: https://youtu.be/rXDYYPLwgYE?si=B0XrmelFb6BH6VC9&t=1726
Ezra Institute | Raising Faithful Christian Families
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic Family In this episode, Joe, Nate and Michael discuss the centrality of the family in God’s redemptive story, and consider how to disciple families and churches in an age where we have imbibed an individualistic idea of the gospel.
Ezra Institute | Education, Line-Up Changes, and Why We Exist
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic Education A bittersweet start to 2024, as we announce some changes to the hosting of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, but we are also excited to see the founding of a new Christian school in the Niagara region, and the work of cultural reform being implemented in concrete ways. We also take this occasion to look back on the origins and naming of the Ezra Institute, and how the podcast and our broader work will continue and grow moving forward.
OpenAI: Facts from a Weekend — LessWrong
Approximately four GPTs and seven years ago, OpenAI’s founders brought forth on this corporate landscape a new entity, conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men might live equally when AGI is created. Now we are engaged in a great corporate war, testing whether that entity, or any entity so conceived and so dedicated, can long endure. What matters is not theory but practice. What happens when the chips are down? So what happened? What prompted it? What will happen now?
How to Automate Process and Design
Mold builders can standardize operations by creating templates for automated design and manufacturing processes. Photos Credit, all images: Tebis America It is no secret that being a mold builder today isn’t like it used to be. Challenges, including the growing cost of doing business, increased low-cost country competition and the seemingly never-ending talent gap, require businesses to focus on driving efficiency throughout their organization to remain competitive.
Ezra Institute | Church and State Updates in Alberta w/ Mike Thiessen
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic The Church Michael Thiessen discusses the recent Crown decision to withdraw charges against Alberta pastors James Coates and Tim Stephens, as well as some other pending legal cases on the question of the relation of church and state. The cases represent victories, but Mike explains why much more advocacy needs to be done at the constitutional level to bring a truly meaningful level of legal protection for religious freedom in Canada.
Ezra Institute | Live Audience Q&A at Worldview Leadership Academy
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic Culture In this episode, faculty answer questions from students at the Worldview Leadership Academy. We deal with the charge of Christianity’s closed-mindedness, whether you can idolize the Bible, apologetics and evangelism, lying to the Nazis, whether you can lose your salvation, and more. Audio quality improves around the 15-minute mark! Get Joe Boot’s classic work of apologetics, A Time to Search, on sale all month at Ezra Press.
Ezra Institute | Christian Combat w/Michael Thiessen
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic Sexuality Michael Thiessen of Liberty Coalition Canada joins us to discuss the latest developments in the ongoing saga of the church’s relationship to LGBT issues, and the further complication of what happens when the state gets involved. We deal with the proper use of legal process as Christians, news stories, citizenship, charity law, and the prophetic calling of the church. We rely on your support to continue with all of our work.
Ezra Institute | CBC Discovers Top Secret Fundamentalist Plot
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic Culture Joe Boot is joined this week by Ezra Institute Fellows Aaron Rock and Michael Thiessen to discuss the recent CBC investigation which identifies our churches and ministries, as well as those of several others, as leading efforts at godly cultural reformation in Canada. Come and study with Joe, Michael, and other Fellows at the Worldview Leadership Academy. Get the June book of the month deal, Whose Rainbow.
Homeschooling as a Model to see Revival become Reform
How we educate the next generation the greatest factor in shaping our future. By Michael Thiessen | February 27, 2023 Homeschooling as a model to see Revival become Reform As colleges and universities across the USA and Canada rejoice over revival1, many people remain skeptical for fear that this stirring will turn out to be just another over-sensational experience that doesn’t transform into substantive obedience to God.
Ezra Institute | The Third Commandment: You Shall Not take the Name of the Lord in Vain
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic The Bible In this episode Ezra Institute Fellow Michael Thiessen discusses what it means to take the name of the Lord, both rightly and wrongly, in the church, in politics, and in any other sphere. We also talk about the nature of oaths and authority, the Sermon on the Mount, what it means for something to be damned by God, and door-to-door sales.
Open Mike with Michael Thiessen on Apple Podcasts
46 episodes Host Dr. Rev. Michael Thiessen discusses various topics with guests, experts and friends, all from a Reformed Christian perspective. Host Dr. Rev. Michael Thiessen discusses various topics with guests, experts and friends, all from a Reformed Christian perspective. JAN 28, 2023 Episode 47 - Insights into the Ontario Law Society: Michael speaks ft. Bruce Pardy Episode 47 - Insights into the Ontario Law Society: Michael speaks ft.
Video: Debunking Climate Hysteria. Dr. Denis Rancourt - Global Research
Disclaimer: The contents of this article are of sole responsibility of the author(s). The Centre for Research on Globalization will not be responsible for any inaccurate or incorrect statement in this article. The Centre of Research on Globalization grants permission to cross-post Global Research articles on community internet sites as long the source and copyright are acknowledged together with a hyperlink to the original Global Research article.
Coding Better Composables: Flexible Arguments (2/5)
When using composables in Vue.js, sometimes you already have a ref that you want to use. Other times, you don’t. This article will go through a pattern that lets you use your composables either way, giving you more flexibility when writing your applications. This is the second article in a five-part series. If you haven’t read the first one yet, I invite you to start from the beginning. This series will walk you through several best practices when writing composables.
Ezra Institute | Biblical Sexuality Sermons
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic Law As Canada faces a legal context that is increasingly hostile to Christian belief and practice, the church has an opportunity and an obligation to speak prophetically to our civil authorities, reminding them that they are ministers under authority of Jesus Christ, the Ruler of the kings of the earth.
Mother, son from New York charged with stealing Pelosi's laptop
Capitol riot cases Some legal experts say that the U.S. Justice Department may bring seditious conspiracy charges against some of the defendants arrested for the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. NEW YORK - A New York mother and son have been charged with theft in aiding the disappearance of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s laptop during the Jan. 6 insurrection after the FBI initially raided a home 4,500 miles away in Alaska, looking for the computer.
Ezra Institute | Apologetics, Politics and Sphere Sovereignty
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic Apologetics Apologetics includes a defense of the Christian philosophy of life. Michael Thiessen of the Liberty Coalition Canada joins us to discuss an apologetic for the limits on the authority of the state and the ultimate authority of the kingdom of God that only a Christian worldview can account for.
Ezra Institute | Authority and Civil Disobedience
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic The Church What constitutes “civil disobedience”? Is it ever an option for God’s people? Music graciously provided by Jacob Moon.
Ezra Institute | Sin Makes Men Cowards
/ Series Podcast for Cultural Reformation Topic The Church, Worship Reflecting on the public worship protests of last weekend, we consider the nature of Charter freedoms, the lesser magistrate, and ‘civil disobedience.’ The use of fear has been a significant factor as unelected officials pursue policies that are especially damaging to the working class. Music graciously provided by Jacob Moon.
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