Christian Thought on Beginnings, Endings, and the Story In Between
The other day I found myself in prayer about a child who repeatedly wets the bed. As I asked for patience, wisdom, and ultimately victory over that challenge it occurred to me that God was actually listening . . . and even more that He actually cared about my problem. Upon these two realizations I …
More than the supernaturally created universe, the Virgin Birth, the miracles of Jesus, or the Resurrection, the most audacious claim of Christianity may be human depravity. For many, a fundamentally flawed humanity is one of the most difficult Christian teachings to believe. Depravity is the theological word used to describe people as inherently flawed not …
Continue reading A Most Audacious Claim: The Questioning of Human Goodness
"Okay everyone, let's go around the table and share one thing we're thankful for this year." The familiar responses of, "Food, health, family, and friends" follow as those gathered for a Thanksgiving feast count their blessings together. That simple tradition has often been a part of my Thanksgiving Holiday right there along with eating turkey …
To what degree Christians should take part in the surrounding culture can be a controversial subject. What one member of the body finds acceptable may be offensive to others and we won't always agree. In matters of opinion, that dynamic is not only to be expected, but it may even be Biblical (See Romans 14). …
Continue reading A Halloween Perspective: Christians Should be Fully Convinced
Is Homosexuality a Sin? That is one of the most inflammatory questions raised today. Just ask musical artist Lauren Daigle, Chip and Joanna Gaines of the show Fixer Upper, or NFL quarterback Drew Brees, all of whom have faced recent criticism over their views on homosexuality because of their Christian faith. Is homosexuality a sin? …
September is here marking the beginning of a favorite season for many. No, that best of all seasons is not fall . . . it's football. The shorter crisp days, changing colors on the trees, and the start of a new school year signals Autumn for some and the gridiron for others. And I think …
Continue reading Preposterous and Profound: A Child’s Thoughts About Dad
