The Day I Debated Obama – The Definitive Argument Against Abortion
Introduction Traducianism might be a term you’ve never heard of, but it addresses something crucial—how our souls come into existence. I believe the following provides a...
False Teaching from Peter in John 21? If the First Pope Got it Wrong, to Whom do Catholics Turn
Introduction In John 21:20-23, we encounter a fascinating incident involving Peter and “the disciple whom Jesus loved,” traditionally understood to be John. The passage reads:...
A Defense of the Continuation of Prophecy Today
Today I gave a defense of the continuation of prophecy. These are nine reasons why those who believe so, think God still speaks today. It’s a strong argument. I don’t hold to...
Teaching the What, Why, AND How of the Christian Faith
Introduction In the Christian faith, we often place a strong emphasis on teaching what to believe. We instruct others on essential doctrines like the Trinity, the Atonement,...
Lost in Plain Sight: The Unseen Spiritual Crisis in our Backyard
In 2011, a Christianity Today reporter interviewed Billy Graham at his home in Montreat, North Carolina, about life and faith. Seated in his chair, Graham was asked,...
A Complete Guide to Bible Interpretation: Moving from “What Did it Mean” to “How Does it Apply”
Introduction One of the most foundational skills we can develop in our study of Scripture is the ability to move from understanding what the Bible meant in its original...
7 Ecumenical Councils in a Nutshell
Here is a basic overview of the Seven Ecumenical Councils. I tried to make it memorable: 1. 325 (Nicaea): Christ is one substance (homoousios) with the Father. No, He’s not a...
The Night Before: Luther’s Anfechtung Before His “Here I Stand” Speech
“Orchestrated by Satan, But Permitted by Christ” “Orchestrated by Satan, but permitted By Christ.“ This is what Martin Luther called it: “Anfechtung,” a German...
Why I Don’t Think the Church Is Called to Be as Unified as We Think
Introduction In John chapter 17, Christ prays for His followers, saying, “that they may be one as we are one.” This prayer has often been interpreted as a call for...