Ask the question: “Do you believe in God?” 90% of the time there is a positive response, and depending on how the question is phrased the results vary, but the majority of Americans affirm belief in God. Even so the proverbial “devil is in the details.” Louis Markos says, "Scratch under the surface, and you … Continue reading Do Most People Believe in God?
Why is Jesus called Immanuel?
Christmas celebrates the advent of the Lord Jesus Christ. God became a man and dwelt among us. Matthew tells us that Christ’s birth fulfills the prophecy spoken by Isaiah: “Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel (which means, God with us)” (Matt. 1:23; cf. Isa. … Continue reading Why is Jesus called Immanuel?
Does God exist? Part 13: Debunking the Claim that Christianity Made Up Stories About Their Divine Messiah.
Jesus posed the question: “Who do people say that I am?” The disciples answered by offering the response they were hearing in conversations. “John the Baptist,” “Elijah” or another prophet (Mk. 8:27-28).1 Everyone has got a mental picture of their own sort of personal Jesus. Today there are probably more conceptions (or misconceptions) of Jesus … Continue reading Does God exist? Part 13: Debunking the Claim that Christianity Made Up Stories About Their Divine Messiah.
Does God exist? Part 12: Vindication of Jesus Christ’s Claim to Being Divine
“Actions speak louder than words.” “Talk is cheap.” “Put up or shut up.” These expressions are stinging words intended to invoke a response. They call out someone to follow up their words with action. Those who are consistent in what they say and what they do are bestowed both honor and respect. Who cares about … Continue reading Does God exist? Part 12: Vindication of Jesus Christ’s Claim to Being Divine
Does God exist? Part 11: Jesus Christ Claimed to be God
All comic book superheroes have a vocation, which is to take their place as defenders of good in the battle against evil. One common motif found among these heroes is the taking on an alter ego, as in the cases of Batman (Bruce Wayne), Superman (Clark Kent), and Wonder Woman (Diana Prince). While in their … Continue reading Does God exist? Part 11: Jesus Christ Claimed to be God
