The God Who is [Still] There
It is fairly common knowledge to anyone who knows me that along with CS Lewis, Francis Schaeffer had a huge impact on my thinking in my early twenties. When asked why I work...
12 Myths About Calvinism
1. Calvinism is not a system of theology that denies God’s universal love. While there are some Calvinists who do deny God’s universal love for all men, this is certainly not...
Honestly, Do Any Lives Matter?
Months ago in a Democratic primary debate, a national audience heard this urgently profound question put to the candidates, “Do black lives matter or do all lives...
Why Arminianism Won’t Preach (And Calvinism Won’t Sell)
Thesis: Calvinists have a corner on theologically-themed conferences. Arminians have apologetically-themed conferences. Calvinists Dominate Theology Think about the major...
Christianity Falling Down
One of the first things that I have to teach my students this: The Christian faith is not a house of cards. Most assuredly, there are foundational issues of the faith that, if...
Waiting to Die
Over the last year, I have been hospitalized with a condition called rhabdomyolysis nine times. Each time, my kidney’s shut down. A few of these times the doctors said I...
Apologetics Unplugged – Truth Part 1
We are at it again with these pesky transcendentals. This is Truth Part 1 (Take 2). Joining Clint Roberts and Carrie Hunter this time around is Erik Kenrick. This...
What is Philosophy?
What Is Philosophy? Why Is It Important? Paul Copan I recently led a discussion on these questions with a group of philosophically-curious people—including atheists/skeptics,...
All the Right Beliefs for All the Wrong Reasons
Sometimes it is frustrating to introduce yourself to theological issues. Most people who get deeply involved in theology quickly realize how much they don’t know. Confident...