10 Most Controversial Issues in the Church Today
I have been in ministry for 25 years. Besides a six-year stint as a pastor at Stonebriar (great memories!), I have solely taught and produced theology courses (unless you...
Love Your Enemies (Reflections on Luke 6:27-28)
27. “But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 28. bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.” LUKE 6:27-28 (ESV) Last Friday...
Misinterpreting 1 Peter 3:15: How We May Have “The Apologist’s Creed” Wrong
“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with...
Bewildering Wisdom: Understanding Psalms and Eccesiaties in the Light of Proverbs
Introduction: Embarking on a Bible reading plan can often lead to unexpected discoveries and profound insights. As I found myself immersed in the Psalms and Proverbs during my...
What if Sanctification is Not Really About the Cessation of Sin?
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...
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...
Oh Crap! The Night I Found Myself Alone with a Gang in a Dark Alley
(Warning: personal, scatologically graphic, with no theological themes or conclusions and no redeeming value…but funny) The Chase When I was 17, me and my friends were...
Anxious Mornings
I no longer want to live in fear of the day. Why do I experience such anxiety in the morning, dreading my problems, hating myself, and burdened with guilt for feeling anxious,...
11 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About the Reformation
The Reformation, a historic movement in the 16th century, radically upheaved the religious and cultural landscape of Europe and led to the establishment of Protestantism....