Are We Choosing the Right Side?
What can we learn from the King Solomon’s wisdom books in the Bible? When he wrote that “the heart of the wise inclines to the right,” was he talking politics?
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Dealing with the Storms of Life
It’s early in hurricane season, and wise coastal residents stay on alert for these mega-storms. But how do we deal with the storms that life puts in our paths?
Unveiling Spiritual Warfare: Understanding Evil and the Battle for Humanity
At the heart of spiritual warfare lies the recognition that evil exists—an undeniable reality attested to throughout human history and scripture.
What Are Your Spiritual Gifts?
You were created by God for a specific purpose. In fact, when you became a Christian, God gave you at least one very specific spiritual gift. Are you using it?
Embracing Faith Amidst Secular Symbols
In my personal journey, I recall how my discovery that many of our holidays have roots in pagan rituals, initially shook my Christian-centric ideology.
Free Indeed!
Today, while we celebrate America’s freedom from tyranny, many of us remain slaves to a much darker force. Are we free? What does it mean to be truly free?
Prosperity Gospel is Not Gospel
Prosperity theology tells us that if we have faith (and donate to Christian ministries), we will receive financial blessings. Stop! That’s a dangerous belief!
Prioritizing Humanity: A Closer Look at Our Values
The recent events surrounding the US hasty withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2020 shed light on a concerning aspect of our society’s values.
A Rallying Cry for Modern Christians: Eric Metaxas’ “A Letter to the American Church
“Cheap grace,” a term coined by theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer, describes a superficial form of Christianity that avoids the difficult work of confronting societal wrongs.
Falling to Pieces
Maybe it’s not fair, but bad things do happen to good people. And while it makes no sense to us, we can trust that God has a plan for our hope and future.
The Devil Was in the Details
In light of last week’s insanity at the General Conference of the United Methodist Church, it’s time to shake the dust off of our feet and move away and onward.
May Day: Mayday! Mayday!
Mayday! The United Methodist Church’s misguided celebration of its liberal “victory” is akin to Nero’s fiddling while Rome burned to the ground.
Genesis, the Serpent, and the Human Brain: A Metaphorical Exploration of Order and Chaos
Central to the Biblical creation narrative is the serpent, symbolizing temptation, deception, and the allure of chaos.
Is Donald Trump Another Samson?
In the Old Testament book of Judges, when there was no king of Israel, God raised up 12 judges as leaders. Let’s pray that He does it again this November.
To Tell the Truth
Is it ever ok to lie? What about half-truths or white lies? Isn’t it ok to lie if it keeps from hurting someone’s feeling? God’s answer is an emphatic “No.”
The Significance of Early Religious Nurturing: Fostering Lifelong Faith
Early exposure to religious narratives, rituals, and values helps create a foundational understanding that influences one’s religious identity and outlook on life.
The Tower of Babel and the Endless Human Quest for Divine Power
In the sacred pages of Genesis, the Tower of Babel stands as a profound testament to human ambition and the relentless pursuit of power.
God’s Lifeboat Is More Than Half Empty
This month marks another anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. For generations, this tragic story has captivated hearts and minds. The loss of the Titanic left a shaken world in disbelief and made people stop and think.
Questioning Moral Progress: The Shadows of Human Nature Explored
The prevailing idea that our generation is inherently more morally advanced than those that came before us is a comforting, yet false, narrative.
Scriptural Sovereignty: The Political and Religious Evolution from the Geneva Bible to the King James Version
The Bible, as one of the world’s most influential texts, has undergone various translations that have not only spread its religious teachings but also mirrored the political landscapes of their times