Has Secularization Made Us Smarter?
Here is a common myth: Intelligence has evolved over the centuries of recorded history, so we’re smarter than people were a thousand years ago. Just look at the remarkable...
Don’t Take Yourself So Seriously
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 a finger on it....
Fourteen Characteristics of Theological Legalism
Without question, one of the most disturbing trends in the world of theology is that, far too often, grace is eclipsed by theological legalism. Twice today I encountered this...
Hurting for Oklahoma: On Bearing the Pains of Those We Don’t Know
I have been watching the television all night. Though my heart is being torn out and the miserable “Why God?” thoughts run through my mind over and over again, I...
Theology Unplugged: Roman Catholicism – Part 11 – Mariology (Part 1)
[display_podcast] Join Michael Patton, Tim Kimberley, JJ Seid and Sam Storms as they continue their series on Roman Catholicism by introducing the topic of Mariology. Theology...
Tornado
By now many of you have heard about the tornado that came through Oklahoma City/Moore a few hours ago. First, let me say that my family and I, the Credo House, and all who...
Why I Believe the Canon is Theoretically Open (and Am Fine With It)
The term “canon” refers to the accepted books of the Bible. The Protestant canon contains 66 books; other Christian traditions vary, adding a few books often referred to as...
Press Release: Introducing Credo Courses
Friends of the Ministry, I have an incredibly exciting announcement to make. Many of you are all familiar with what we have done since 2001. Our goal has been to make high...
Twelve Ways to Prepare Your Children for Times of Doubt
1. Let them know that it is not abnormal to experience doubt. This does not mean that your children will experience significant doubt, it just means that doubt is a common...