An Open Letter to Myself
Dear Michael, Let me leave any accolades aside (as it might seem self-serving). Besides, as the old saying goes, nothing matters before the word “but” so I will...
Combatting Militancy in Spiritual Warfare
(Lisa Robinson) It doesn’t take long for a Christian to realize that accepting Christ enlists them in a struggle. We learn very quickly that God has an enemy, Satan. ...
Theology Unplugged: Why I Am/Not Charismatic, Part 12
Join C. Michael Patton, Tim Kimberley, Sam Storms and J.J. Seid as they discuss issues surrounding spiritual gifts. [display_podcast]
How to Prepare for Hell – A “Just in Case” Letter to My Unbelieving Friends
Dear friends, This is written to those of you who I know and are without Christ. By that I mean you have never fallen on your face before Christ and asked for...
Mike Licona and His Struggle with His Faith
I really like Mike Licona. Although there are a lot of reasons to appreciate him, I think his openness to discuss the struggle he has been through is what I appreciate most....
Top Ten Theologians: #5 – Jonathan Edwards
In order to appreciate the contribution of Jonathan Edwards, #5 on our list of Top Ten Theologians, it’s important to place him within his world. A world which contains the...
Was James Being Legalistic in Acts 15? or “Can I Eat a Rare Steak?”
Last week I went to lunch with a student here in Edmond, OK. While I rarely get the chance, whenever I can, I go to a stake joint just down the road. I love steaks. After I...
Why Bloggers Should Have Open Comments
One of the hardest decisions that a blogger has to make is whether or not to keep the comments open. There are advantages and disadvantages to whatever one chooses. First,...
If We are Not Meant to Be Alone Then Why Do We Promote It?
(Lisa Robinson) This post is really not about singleness. Although, by way of getting to something that has me increasingly troubled, I will use singleness as the spring to...