Is Philosophy a Hinderance or Handmaiden to the Christian Faith?

Philosophy is the love of wisdom, making the lover of wisdom a philosopher, insofar as the etymologies go. But the term philosophy carries a range of different ideas. We can talk of philosophy as the simple pursuit of wisdom, like learning and applying proverbs for the sake of living better or developing an approach for … Continue reading Is Philosophy a Hinderance or Handmaiden to the Christian Faith?

Does God Approve of Hateful and Vindictive Speech?

Our world is broken. Unspeakable evils like murder, rape, theft, lying and hate are committed by one against another. Imprecations are then uttered. “Got nothing but hate for those who murdered that child, may the Lord strike them down!” Such is the impassioned plea from one yearning to see wrongs set right. David too experienced … Continue reading Does God Approve of Hateful and Vindictive Speech?

Psalm 139:13-18: Why God Makes the Difference?

“I believe in one God, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible.” Thus begins the Nicene Creed. The creedal framers were convinced that the eternal God spoke all things into existence. This belief reflected hearts and minds deeply influenced by the constellation of biblical texts that testified to … Continue reading Psalm 139:13-18: Why God Makes the Difference?