Summary In our pursuit of sanctification, we often have a limited perspective on its true meaning and purpose. Sanctification, defined as “being set apart” or “made...

by C Michael Patton

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The Veiled Self: Understanding the Consequences of the First Sin on Intimate Connections

The story of the Garden of Eden holds profound significance. It recounts the origin of human beings, their harmonious relationship with their Creator, and the fateful choice...

Lessons From C. S. Lewis: Resting in God’s Forgiveness

The temptation of disbelief is never as strong as it is after a time—a substantial time—of panic attacks and/or hallucinations stemming from past trauma. The temptation to...

The Most Important Word Ever Uttered

“ὅτε οὖν ἔλαβεν τὸ ὄξος [ὁ] Ἰησοῦς εἶπεν, Τετέλεσται, καὶ κλίνας τὴν κεφαλὴν παρέδωκεν τὸ πνεῦμα.” When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, “It is...

This Calvinist’s View of Methodological Naturalism

Here is a weird question that I have often asked: Is Methodological Naturalism a valid method of inquiry for Christians? I know . . . cardinal sin. I have started with a hard...

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Where Have I Been for 10 Years and Why Am I Back?

Why did I virtually disappear from the public for 10 years? And why have I been doing so much lately? That is a good question that I am going to try to answer as briefly as...

Modern Screwtape Letters #3 — Biblical Jeopardy in Hell

Wormwood, So, you say your subject has been reading a lot. Not only is he reading a lot, but he’s also reading a lot of the Enemy’s books. I have had this situation...

10 Reasons to Give Your Life to Christ Right Now

Ten Reasons to Believe in the Existence of God: 1. Personal Experience – Many people claim to have had a personal experience that has convinced them of the existence of god....

Modern Screwtape Letter #2 — The “Stubbed Toe Factor”

My dear Wormwood, Must I remind you again of the big picture goal? You learned this on your first day in pragmatic anthropology. Our goal is to make your subject lose their...

Modern Screwtape Letter #1

My dear Wormwood, I am concerned about your worry. You wrote and said that your subject has been engaging in so-called “Christian apologetic” and rational studies. I know I...

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