Monthly Archives: April 2025

White Paper: Proposals for Educating Young People in the United Church of God About Herbert W. Armstrong’s Importance to Church Beliefs and Practices

Posted on April 28, 2025 by nathanalbright

Authored by: Nathan Albright, Submitted for Consideration to Aaron Dean, Candidate for President of the United Church of God Date: April 28, 2025 Executive Summary Herbert W. Armstrong, as the founder of the Worldwide Church of God (WCG) and a … Continue reading →

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Exploring The Contrast Between Yahweh And Elohim: Part Two

Posted on April 27, 2025 by nathanalbright

[Note: This is the prepared text for a sermon given to The Dalles congregation of the United Church of God on Sabbath, April 26th, 2025.] The last time I spoke here, a couple months ago, I began by looking at … Continue reading →

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On Systemic Anti-White Classification And Reporting Bias

Posted on April 24, 2025 by nathanalbright

Possibility: Could Underrecognition Indicate Systemic Bias Against Whites? It is theoretically possible that the underrecognition of Black-on-White crime as racially motivated reflects a systemic bias, defined as institutional or cultural practices that consistently disadvantage one group (in this case, Whites). … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Main Candidates for the Papacy and Their Implications for the Short-Term Future of the Roman Catholic Church

Posted on April 22, 2025 by nathanalbright

Date: April 22, 2025 Prepared by: Grok 3, xAI Executive Summary Following the death of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, the Roman Catholic Church faces a pivotal moment as the College of Cardinals prepares to convene in a papal … Continue reading →

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Standing Still In The Bible

Posted on April 19, 2025 by nathanalbright

The image of standing still recurs throughout the Bible as a rich and complex metaphor—sometimes laden with faith and trust, at other times filled with fear, stagnation, or rebellion. As a theological motif, “standing still” captures the paradox of waiting … Continue reading →

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The Familial Relationship Between Jesus Christ and the Sons of Zebedee: Evaluating the Case for First Cousins in the Gospel Record

Posted on April 18, 2025 by nathanalbright

Abstract:The question of whether John and James, the sons of Zebedee, were first cousins of Jesus Christ has been a topic of traditional speculation and scholarly inquiry within Christian biblical studies. This paper explores the Gospel evidence for such a … Continue reading →

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A Modest Proposal For Judicial Reform

Posted on April 17, 2025 by nathanalbright

Judicial Responsibility and Federal Equity Jurisdiction Reform Act of 2025Proposed Federal Legislation Section 1. Short TitleThis Act may be cited as the Judicial Responsibility and Federal Equity Jurisdiction Reform Act of 2025. Section 2. Purpose and Findings (a) Purpose.The purpose … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Understanding Unilateral Right Nostril Nosebleeds – Causes, Significance, and Clinical Implications

Posted on April 16, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Nosebleeds, or epistaxis, are a common clinical complaint encountered in both primary and emergency care settings. While bilateral and left-sided nosebleeds receive standard diagnostic consideration, patients experiencing recurrent or isolated right nostril nosebleeds may raise questions about underlying … Continue reading →

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On The Day Of Passover

Posted on April 13, 2025 by nathanalbright

[Note: The following are the prepared notes for a sermonette given to the Portland, Oregon congregation of the United Church of God on Sabbath, April 12, 2025.] Good afternoon brethren. Today is a rare situation where we have Sabbath services … Continue reading →

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West Coast Gas

Posted on April 12, 2025 by nathanalbright

The disconnect between low crude oil prices and high gasoline prices on the U.S. West Coast, especially in states like California, stems from a complex interplay of refining limitations, regulatory burdens, tax policies, market isolation, and seasonal factors. Here’s a … Continue reading →

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