Moses Y. Mikheyev

Moses Y. Mikheyev

Is a nurse who is interested in biblical literature, theology, sociology, politics, philosophy, God, Jesus, and relationships. He is a researcher and potential relationship therapist. He is also a musician who plays a variety of music genres--Pop Rock, Indie, Folk, Christian--his music can be found at www.reverbnation.com/brothermonk
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Spokane Community College

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  • The Riddle of Life's Meaninglessness
    1/26/2012
    What is the meaning of life? Or is everything we do meaningless?
  • A Recollected Romance
    1/11/2012
    Søren Kierkegaard is perhaps the greatest philosopher that has ever lived. His ideas regarding marriage and love are to this day worth pondering. This poem is based on his philosophy (i.e., "the recollected moment").
  • Of Pain and No Forgiveness
    1/9/2012
    A poem concerning forgiveness and love.
  • A Soul in Winter's Grasp
    1/9/2012
    A short literary work concerning the dark night of the soul.
  • Love, with Dance and a Ball
    11/28/2011
    A romantic poem about smooth and passionate love.
  • Love, with Dance and a Ball
    11/28/2011
    A poem that paints a mystical picture of smooth and erotic, romantic love. A passionate love that transcends everything.
  • The Contract [Part 3]
    11/19/2011
    Why do humans want to have relationships? Why do we long for intimacy and frienship? Why do we fall in love? Why do we get married?
  • The Contract [Part 2]
    11/19/2011
    Why do humans have social relationships? Why do we fall in love? Why do we long for intimacy and friendship? Why do we get married?
  • The Contract [Part 1]
    11/19/2011
    Why do humans fall in love? Why do we maintain social relationships? Why do we long for intimacy? Why do we get married?
  • The Meaninglessness of Life: Why Suicide May Be an Antidote
    11/12/2011
    Is it morally wrong to commit suicide?
  • The Devil and I
    11/5/2011
    A touching story about the devil. In this story, a man engages in lengthy dialogue with the devil and enjoys wonderful and moving conversations with an unlikely guest. In the end, one doesn't know whether to feel sorry for the devil or to hate him...
  • The Midnight Poet and His Lover
    11/5/2011
    A poet falls in love with a girl and has a revelation....
  • The Human Motive and Love
    11/2/2011
    When you fall in love with someone, what do you expect in return?
  • The Idea of God
    11/2/2011
    Some people think that God doesn't exist. They believe that humans created the idea. Is it possible that we could have come up with the idea of God?
  • Determinism and Freewill Proved to Be Compatible
    10/25/2011
    Do humans have freewill? Do they make decisions freely? If so, to what extent are they influenced by others?
  • Ignoring Bliss
    10/23/2011
    People have talked about love for ages, but few have ventured to say much about the value of sympathy. Sympathy is extremely important for our worldviews and our religious faith.
  • The Oscillating Factor
    10/18/2011
    Did you know that love has a rhythm? What if humans recognized the cycles and made use of the knowledge?
  • The Science of Breastfeeding
    10/7/2011
    Many women today believe in heretical ideas concerning breastfeeding. This paper is an authoritative introduction to breastfeeding and formula; it clearly draws a line between the two and demonstrates why breastmilk is essential.
  • A Short Critique of Our View of the Bible
    10/5/2011
    Why do we believe in the Bible? Because it claims to be inspired? But so does the Koran? So why don't we believe both? This paper examines our views critically, offering a critique of the critique.
  • The Other Love
    10/1/2011
    A poem written about unrequited love.
  • Did Paul Change His Mind, Too?
    10/1/2011
    We know that humans change their minds. We know that the "inspired" apostle, Peter, made mistakes after being "annointed" by Christ; he argued against Paul's view of eating with Gentiles (cf. Gal. 1-2). Can the inspired Paul make mistakes, too?
  • The Bible as History
    10/1/2011
    Is the Bible all myth and legend? Is it merely wishful thinking and legendary gibberish that stands on par with Homer's The Illiad? Here, I show a few examples that give one the impression that the Bible may be historical...
  • Jesus Against Divorce
    10/1/2011
    Every biblical scholar knows that Matt. 5:32 and 19:9 are later scribal interpolations in the biblical text. Jesus never said the infamous "except clause" regarding divorce. Jesus was revolutionary.
  • A Brief History of Biblical Inspiration
    10/1/2011
    In this somewhat fast-paced article, I argue against plenary (word-for-word) inspiration.
  • The Canonical Diversity of Christianity
    10/1/2011
    Many people assume to believe in "the truth." But what is truth? Are Pentecostals "lost" in comparison to the "orthodox" Baptist? Or does the Bible allow room for different views and alternative beliefs?
  • The Sleeping Lovers
    9/30/2011
    What are modern relationships really facing today? Well, the lack of decent and legit communication skills. This paper demonsrates the need to return to facr-to-face relationships.
  • The Tongue and the Sword
    9/30/2011
    Why is gossip evil? Who does it really hurt?
  • Theological Thoughts from a Critical Heart
    9/30/2011
    What if a critical thinker ends up believing in God? Mikheyev looks at all of his doubts and argues for a God who exists despite the critical and philosophical issues.
  • The World in Unity
    9/30/2011
    A brief, concise and revolutionary look at society and ethics. A short paper that contributes much to the modern philosophical scene.
  • The Necessity for God's Existence
    9/30/2011
    If evolution is true, why do scientists waste their time dealing with theology?
  • St. Paul the Mystic
    9/30/2011
    A lengthy article detailing the eschatological theology of Paul. Why did Paul believe in an "immediate" return of Christ? Why did he change his views on the afterlife and resurrection? These questions are collectively answered.
  • Wisdom and Knowledge Aren't Enough
    9/30/2011
    Mikheyev becomes deeply honest with his quest for wisdom and his search for truth and meaning. Only to recognize how meaningless most of it is.
  • Love, with Dance and a Ball (Poem)
    9/30/2011
    A beautiful poem exploring the passion of love and young romance. Based on King Solomon's "Song of Songs."
  • Love is the Only Thing Worth Living For
    9/30/2011
    A thorough, sober exegesis of the meaning of love. Mikheyev offers a different perspective here. A philsophical look at why love truly wins and overpowers everything else.
  • How to Commit Suicide
    9/30/2011
    A comical, gentle reflection on love, romance and suicide. Made to stimulate us into thinking about the meaning of life and its ironies.
  • God is Dead
    9/30/2011
    Has the modern church killed God all over again? Do we need all of the senseless (or sensual) music and emotional facades? A passionate article written to stimulate a rethinking of Christ.
  • From "Jesus the Man" to "Jesus the God"
    9/30/2011
    In scholarly circles, there is constant talk about the "historical Jesus" versus the "theological Jesus." This paper is about the "historical Jesus"; the Jesus that historians believe in.
  • Does God Change His Mind, Too?
    9/30/2011
    Does God change His mind? Does He have a set "plan" for you? Or does God fix the messes we make along the way? Is God the "writer" of our life or is He the "editor"?
  • A Flicker Then a Burn
    9/28/2011
    A look at breaking up and the whole "cold shoulder" and "ignoring bliss" scandal.
  • A Guide for the Perplexed
    9/28/2011
    This is a tour de force of the female brain. Be prepared to come to terms with the female psyche. All in one short article. A must read for those who think they understand women!
  • Love Score
    9/28/2011
    Believe it or not, love can be measured! Learn how to do that real quick in this 3-page paper. It's easy, it's accurate, and...well, all you need is LOVE!
  • How to Fall in Love
    9/28/2011
    How do you know you are in love? And how do you know when it's over? In this short but provacative paper, Mikheyev sets out to look at love in a practical manner.
  • Forged: Writing in the Name of God
    9/21/2011
    Ehrman sets out to convincingly demonstrate that early Christians forged writings in the name of others. He points out that forgery was not accepted in the ancient world and was viewed with contempt. However, the Christians kept writing...
  • Afraid to Love?
    9/20/2011
    In this short paper, Mikheyev sets out to passionately and wholeheartedly understand love and its rejection.
  • A Philosophical Look at 'Unconditional Love'
    9/14/2011
    For those of you who believe in unconditional love and who say such things as "Baby, no matter what happens..." This paper is for you. It. Will. Blow. Your. Mind.
  • Colors
    9/6/2011
    A philosophical look at the higher meaning and significance of rose colors and how they apply to practical living, especially romantic relationships.
  • The Vainness of Marital Love
    7/9/2011
    Discover what you can do to make your marriage more passionate than ever! (And this is no cliche.)
  • Canned Dating and Other Disposable Inter-Sex Relationships
    6/17/2011
    A boy asked the girl's father for her "hand in mariage." Eventually, that dating model was shed. Now we've gotten involved with "disposable dating." This view, too, should be shed. Here I offer a different approach to dating and inter-sex relations.
  • Monkey-Mania, ISex, and Western Civilization
    6/12/2011
    Learn how everyone has been decieved about a lot of things. Read at your own risk.
  • Pajamas, Grandmas, and Dating Jesus
    6/9/2011
    How do you find a worthwhile date? Is Facebook worth it all? What do grandmas, pajamas, and Jesus all have in common? Find out here!
  • The Power of Love
    4/6/2011
    Amidst the joy and suffering, within a steady pain, there rises, that beautiful thing, ah, Love, with all its gain.
  • A Girl in Love
    4/6/2011
    A poet falls deeply in love with a girl that turns him down.
  • The Myth of Inerrancy
    4/6/2011
    Most people have been duped into thinking that the Bible is the "inerrant" and word-for-word inspired Word of God, but is that really what the Bible itself teaches?

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