Life in a world with God is cause for joy, and even when things are broken, a hope for a better future is always in the present. On the other hand, life without God ends in despair. Once God is abandoned, hope is sure to follow. Atheist philosopher Alex Rosenburg realizes no belief results in … Continue reading Why is There Hope Even in a World Filled with Hopelessness?
Can a Donkey Talk? What Can We Learn from one that Did?
Balaam-The Prophet Balaam and the Angel by John Linnell (1859) Balaam the son of Beor is truly fascinating person written about in the Book of Numbers. He is a Mesopotamian pagan soothsayer, not an Israelite, but God still speaks to and through him. Although Balaam witnesses the marvelous wonders from the Lord, such as a … Continue reading Can a Donkey Talk? What Can We Learn from one that Did?
What is Sin?
What is sin? Who is a sinner? Is that sinful? I have been inclined to esteem myself as basically good. Me the bad guy? No way! The bad guy is someone else. This makes easier for me to be the innocent guy who clearly sees the fault residing in somebody else. They are the ones … Continue reading What is Sin?
Must Christians confess their sins to God?
I recall so long ago attending the church youth group and learning about the Christian’s assurance of forgiveness. We all had to learn this memory verse: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (1 Jn. 1:9).1 I was taught that … Continue reading Must Christians confess their sins to God?
Shh! Why is Silence a Virtue?
You talk too much | You never shut up! This was a rap from Run DMC that really enjoyed (Yes, I like that old-school stuff). Its vivid metaphor of a blabber mouth is hilarious. When the cat took your tongue, I say you took it right back |Your mouth is so big, one bite could … Continue reading Shh! Why is Silence a Virtue?
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