"I Don't Want to Know About God, I Just Want to Know Him" . . . And Other Stupid Statements
Added to the “. . . And Other Stupid Statements” series. Albert Einstein once said “A little knowledge is a dangerous thing . . . so is a lot.” I have...
A Theology of Not Taking Ourselves Too Seriously or "Strategic Comic Relief in Theology"
I remember many years ago talking with a friend of mine about another friend. There was something about this guy that we did not like, but we could not put our finger on it....
The Beginner's Guide to Christianity: Thirty-Two Things You Need to Know Right Now
Revised, updated and massively expanded. (Please note: these are not really meant to be serious. This in no way reflects my doctrine—don’t go there. Lighten-up!...
Inerrancy and the Problem of Matthew 4:8
“The devil took him [Jesus] up into an exceedingly high mountain, and showed him all the kingdoms of the world, and the glory of them.” – Matthew 4:8 What is...
Orthodoxy, Theological Maturity, and the Development of Doctrine: From Theological DNA to Maturity
For my Introduction to Theology students, both online and at the Credo House: I am thoroughly orthodox. No, not Eastern with a capital “O”, but orthodox, meaning that I...
Why I Think Women Need to Study Theology
I have a confession to make. I am not fond of women’s ministry programs. Don’t get me wrong, I love my sisters in Christ and enjoy fellowshipping with them. But...
The Great Trinity Debate Challenge
If you consider yourself a non-Trinitarian believer in Jesus, do I have a challenge for you! With the permission and support of Michael Patton, I am proposing a formal...
A Call for a Diversified Pastorate
People ask me all the time if I ever think about starting a church. My answer? No, not much. Only about twice per day. I have thought through quite a bit what an...
"Everyone Who Disagrees with Me is a Liar" . . . And Other Stupid Statements
*Added to the “. . . And Other Stupid Statements” series. Please note:there is intentional overstatement with the title for rhetorical effect. If you don’t...