Beware the Myrmecophiles! – Part 3
A myrmecophile is an organism which lives in a commensal relationship in which it uses food supplied in the internal or external environment of its host without establishing a close association with it. This relationship is often parasitic in nature, with the myrmecophile playing a seemingly harmless role in the lives of its host while actually playing a significant role in the ecology and dynamics of entire ecosystems. For the purposes of this discussion, we’ll focus on the beetle myrmecophile which is associated with ant colonies, but we’ll contrast its behavior and attributes with people that have similar characteristics. Part
Beware the Myrmecophiles! – Part 2
A myrmecophile is an organism which lives in a commensal relationship in which it uses food supplied in the internal or external environment of its host without establishing a close association with it. This relationship is often parasitic in nature, with the myrmecophile playing a seemingly harmless role in the lives of its host while actually playing a significant role in the ecology and dynamics of entire ecosystems. For the purposes of this discussion, we’ll focus on the beetle myrmecophile which is associated with ant colonies, but we’ll contrast its behavior and attributes with people that have similar characteristics. Part
Beware the Myrmecophiles! – Part 1
This series based upon Matthew 7:15-20 compares the relationship of myrmecophiles and ants to how people in our lives might infiltrate and disrupt or bring harm to us. A myrmecophile is an organism which lives in a commensal relationship in which it uses food supplied in the internal or external environment of its host without establishing a close association with it. This relationship is often parasitic in nature, with the myrmecophile playing a seemingly harmless role in the lives of its host while actually playing a significant role in the ecology and dynamics of entire ecosystems. For the purposes of
Knowing the Names of God – Part 5
This series which is based upon Psalm 9:9–10 details the importance of knowing the various names of God which provide greater insight into His nature, interaction and intervention on behalf of His children. Part 4 of this series addresses the following issues:
Knowing the Names of God – Part 4
This series which is based upon Psalm 9:9–10 details the importance of knowing the various names of God which provide greater insight into His nature, interaction and intervention on behalf of His children. Part 4 of this series addresses the following issues: – Yahweh – LORD – Yahweh Yireh (Jehovah Jireh) – (The Lord will Provide or See to It)
Knowing the Names of God – Part 2
This series which is based upon Psalm 9:9–10 details the importance of knowing the various names of God which provide greater insight into His nature, interaction and intervention on behalf of His children. Part 2 of this series addresses the following issues: – El Roi (The God Who Sees Me) – El Shaddai (God Almighty, The Almighty Sufficient One, The Many Breasted One)
Knowing the Names of God – Part 1
This series which is based upon Psalm 9:9–10 details the importance of knowing the various names of God which provide greater insight into His nature, interaction and intervention on behalf of His children. Part 1 of this series addresses the following issues: Why is it important to know God's names? Elohim
Carefully Ensuring God’s Promises – Part 4
This series which is based upon Exodus 23:20–27 describes how prepares in advance for us to blessed in everything He leads us into, but we must carefully heed His instructions to ensure that we don’t hinder ourselves. Part 4 of this series addresses the following issues: An Enemy to Our Enemies Making Our Enemies Retreat
Carefully Ensuring God’s Promises – Part 3
This series which is based upon Exodus 23:20–27 describes how prepares in advance for us to blessed in everything He leads us into, but we must carefully heed His instructions to ensure that we don’t hinder ourselves. Part 3 of this series addresses the following issues: Do Not Defy Him — Josiah (Stubbornness and Meddling with God’s Will) Carefully Obey God and Do What He Says
